Grant Accountant

We are looking for a Grant Accountant to support financial oversight for grant-funded programs in Emeryville, California. This Long-term Contract position will focus on maintaining accurate grant records, monitoring fund activity, and helping ensure compliance with government funding requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting experience, a solid understanding of fund administration, and the ability to work confidently with financial systems and reporting tools.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee day-to-day accounting activity for grant-funded programs, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in alignment with funding guidelines.
• Prepare and maintain financial reports related to grants, fund balances, and net asset activity for internal and external review.
• Reconcile grant accounts and investigate variances to support accurate month-end and period-end close processes.
• Track spending against awarded funding and help confirm that expenses are properly allocated and supported by required documentation.
• Coordinate with program teams and finance stakeholders to monitor budgets, reporting deadlines, and compliance obligations tied to government grants.
• Support fund administration tasks by maintaining organized records, updating financial data, and assisting with audit readiness.
• Use accounting platforms such as Abila MIP and NetSuite to manage financial information, reporting, and account analysis.
• Assist with financial process updates or system-related changes impacting grant accounting workflows when needed.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of accounting experience with direct exposure to grant management or grant-funded financial operations.
• Working knowledge of fund administration principles and financial reporting related to government grants.
• Experience preparing reconciliations, reviewing account activity, and analyzing net asset value or related fund balances.
• Proficiency with Abila MIP and NetSuite for accounting, reporting, or financial record management.
• Strong understanding of compliance expectations associated with restricted funding and grant expenditures.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accuracy, and meet reporting deadlines in a contract environment.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with finance teams, program staff, and auditors.

Compensation

$40.00-$42.00 Hourly

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