Grant Accountant at Atrium

Clearwater, FL

About the Job

Our client, a reputable long-standing non-profit organization, is seeking a Grant Accountant to join their growing team. The Grant Accountant will possess prior working knowledge in grant accounting and be heavily involved in a large mixture of federal, state, county, private, and public grants management.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$60k – $65k

Position Overview:

The Grant Accountant will be the primary assistant to the Manager of Grant Accounting, reporting directly to them and working alongside them in a collaborative department. This is an incredible opportunity for a Grant Accountant professional to be immersed in month-end close activities. The ideal Grant Accountant candidate will have working month-end close experience and prior knowledge working with awarding agencies and preparing journal entries.

Responsibilities of the Grant Accountant:

Responsible for managing all contract billings in accordance with the funding source and contract requirements.
Responsible for financial reporting in accordance with grant contracts.
Prepare and reconcile assigned balance sheets and perform account analysis monthly.
Assist directly with the preparation of company annual budgets.
Responsible for assisting the Grants department by preparing grant proposal budgets and budget narratives as necessary.
Prepare and enter monthly journal entries, including accruals and reclassifying journal entries as needed.
Assist in the month-end close and bank reconciliation process.
Assist with preparing work papers for the annual audit as assigned.
Maintain work function following the standard operating procedures and internal controls.
Work directly with Program staff to understand financial requirements and objectives.

Qualifications for the Grant Accountant:

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Grant Accounting and Reporting; preferably with exposure to federal, state, and county-level grants.
Proficient experience in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, V/X LOOKUPs, formulas, sum if, etc.), SAP Concur, and Financial Edge (Blackbaud).
Ability to handle several tasks and respond effectively to unexpected changes, requests, and deadline-driven situations.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics is required.

Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision.
401K benefits.

As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Position ID: 149518