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We are looking for a skilled Grant Accountant based fully on-site in New Rochelle, NY to oversee the financial management of grants funded by Westchester County and the State of New York. This position is a contract-to-hire opportunity and involves handling the claiming, budgeting, and reconciliation processes for a diverse portfolio of grants, ensuring compliance with financial requirements and deadlines. This opportunity offers the potential for long-term employment while contributing to the financial success of a reputable non-profit organization.
Job Responsibility:
Understand all financial-related grant or contract compliance requirements
Meet reporting deadlines, both internal and external, and support program staff as necessary to maintain compliance
Review monthly financial statements, P& L, and GL Detail, and prepare JVs for necessary corrections
Prepare and/or review budgets for proposals for assigned and new programs
Prepare timely financial reports and invoices required by funding agencies (federal, state, or private funding sources) for assigned programs
Complete monthly billing for each award, including voucher billing
Set up new grants in Fund-Ez, following Agency standards
Prepare reconciliations and supporting schedules for all external audits, and monitoring visits
Gather and provide support related to audit requests
Complete the grant closeout process for any grant ending under your responsibility
Work and support the budgeting for new grants as required
Support the annual budget preparation process as required
Provide input to and assist in the maintenance of finance office accounting policies and procedures
Take initiative to improve efficiency in finance office operations, procedures, and contract/grants
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a closely related field required
Experience with grants management and claiming in a complex non-profit organization
Proficiency in fund Ez or other non-profit accounting software required
Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills and strong attention to detail
Exceptional organizational and time management skills
Strong interpersonal communication skills, especially when engaging with external funders
Ability to work collaboratively with a large number of non-financial program professionals
Nice to have:
Understanding of non-profit cost allocations and accounting principles
Work with managing and coordinating with auditors
Familiarity with donor databases or basic accounting principles is an advantage
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance