Grant Accountant

We are looking for a Grant Accountant to join a mission-driven organization in San Antonio, Texas in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position plays a key role in managing the financial activity tied to federal, state, and local awards, while helping maintain accurate records, dependable reporting, and compliance with applicable grant and accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee grant-related spending and compare activity against approved budgets to help ensure funding is used appropriately and in line with award terms.
• Prepare reimbursement submissions, financial statements, and recurring billing support for grant-funded programs and projects.
• Examine invoices, agreements, purchasing records, and employee time documentation to confirm accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Record and process accounting transactions such as payables, vendor disbursements, payroll entries, deposits, and general ledger updates.
• Reconcile balances across internal records and external sources, including vendors, fiscal partners, and funding agencies.
• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close by organizing schedules, reviewing balances, and supporting financial accuracy.
• Provide audit support by compiling requested documentation, preparing account analyses, and assisting with responses to auditor questions.
• Monitor encumbrances and spending trends, and assist with updates or adjustments to grant budgets when necessary.
• Maintain organized financial files, supporting schedules, and internal control documentation to strengthen accountability and record retention.
• Coordinate with staff, vendors, auditors, and government contacts to address payment, reporting, and compliance-related matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• At least 2 years of accounting experience, ideally within grant-funded, nonprofit, or governmental environments.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and familiarity with financial reporting and reconciliation practices.
• Experience with accounts payable, general ledger activity, month-end close, and account analysis.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to work with formulas, reports, and financial data sets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.
• High attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines independently.
• Familiarity with government grants, grant compliance, or standards such as Uniform Guidance, GASB, or related regulations is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance available to contract/temporary professionals.
• Eligibility to enroll in our company 401(k) plan for hired contract/temporary professionals.