Grant Accountant (contract)

We are looking for a Grant Accountant to join an environmental non-profit organization on a remote basis. This position supports the financial oversight of grant-funded programs by coordinating reporting, tracking funding activity, and helping maintain compliance with sponsor requirements. The role works closely with finance and program staff to keep records accurate, support budgeting efforts, and provide dependable accounting support across multiple funding sources.

Responsibilities

• Create grant billings and reimbursement submissions, ensuring each request is accurate, timely, and supported by appropriate documentation.
• Monitor receivables, spending activity, and remaining grant balances to maintain clear visibility into program funding status.
• Produce financial reports for funders and internal teams, translating accounting data into clear and reliable grant-level reporting.
• Reconcile accounts, prepare journal entries, and maintain schedules that support month-end and ongoing grant accounting activity.
• Review restricted and unrestricted funds to confirm expenditures align with award terms, budgets, and compliance obligations.
• Assist with payable-related tracking and expense review for grant-supported operations and program costs.
• Contribute to grant and contract budgeting, forecasting, and financial monitoring in partnership with program leadership.
• Organize grant files, audit support materials, and compliance records to strengthen readiness for reviews and annual audits.
• Participate in special assignments and process improvement efforts that enhance financial accuracy and reporting efficiency.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of accounting experience, with prior exposure to grants, nonprofit accounting, governmental accounting, or fund-based environments preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and accrual-based accounting practices.
• Experience handling multiple grants, contracts, or funding streams while maintaining accuracy and deadline compliance.
• Ability to prepare reconciliations, journal entries, financial statements, and grant-related reporting schedules.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate variances and resolve discrepancies in financial data.
• High level of organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Familiarity with grant compliance, reimbursement structures, budget monitoring, and tools such as Abila MIP is valued.

Benefits

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