Grant Accountant

Robert Half is seeking a Grant Accountant to join our Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) team and support a large government organization in Olympia. This role will focus on managing complex grant accounting activities for federally funded programs, ensuring compliance with grant regulations, and supporting financial reporting for large-scale public initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys project-based work, government accounting, and making an impact within their community while benefiting from the stability and advantages of Robert Half's FTEP program.

What You'll Do

• Manage the financial administration of federal, state, and local grants.
• Track grant expenditures and monitor budgets to ensure compliance with funding requirements.
• Prepare and reconcile grant-related financial reports and supporting documentation.
• Support grant audits and respond to auditor inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance, grant agreements, and governmental accounting standards.
• Collaborate with program managers, finance leadership, and external funding agencies.
• Monitor grant spending, identify variances, and provide recommendations.
• Assist with reimbursement requests, drawdowns, and reporting deadlines.
• Perform account reconciliations and month-end close activities.
• Maintain detailed documentation to satisfy audit and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably with grant, fund, or governmental accounting.
• Experience managing federally funded grants and compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and governmental accounting principles.
• Experience supporting audits and regulatory reviews.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and financial analysis.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with government or municipal entities.
• Familiarity with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
• Experience with ERP systems such as Tyler Munis, Workday, Oracle, SAP, or similar government financial software.
• CPA, CGFM, or related certification is a plus.

Compensation

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