Grant Accountant
- $50,000 - $55,000
- Detroit, MI
Hybrid Opportunity
A bit about us:
The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the financial aspects of grants and government contracts. This role ensures compliance with funding requirements, accurate billing, timely reporting, and effective tracking of grant-related revenues and expenditures. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and experienced in nonprofit accounting and government billing. Detail-oriented and ability to pay strong attention to details. Someone who has strong analytical and problem-solving skills and able to manage time and meet deadlines consistently.
Why join us?
*Competitive Salary
*Hybrid Onsite
*PTO
*Excellent Benefits
*401k
*Growth & Career Advancement
*Hybrid Onsite
*PTO
*Excellent Benefits
*401k
*Growth & Career Advancement
Job Details
Prepare and submit accurate and timely invoices to government agencies and funders in accordance with contract terms.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Monitor and track expenditures for grant-funded programs to ensure compliance with approved budgets and funding guidelines.
- Reconcile grant accounts and prepare journal entries, accruals, and adjustments as needed.
- Collaborate with program managers to ensure allowable costs are charged correctly and funds are used in compliance with grant agreements.
- Assist in the preparation of financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including funders and auditors.
- Maintain up-to-date documentation of grant agreements, amendments, and supporting records.
- Support audit and monitoring processes, including preparation of schedules and reports.
- Monitor grant receivables and follow up on outstanding payments or documentation requests.
- Participate in the budgeting process for grant proposals and renewals.
- Stay informed on regulatory changes, including OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) and other federal/state requirements.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
- Minimum 3 years of experience in nonprofit accounting, with direct experience in grant and government contract management
- Strong understanding of fund accounting and federal grant regulations (including OMB Uniform Guidance)
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct) and Microsoft Excel
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.