Job Description
Our client, a well known NYC based non-profit is looking for an experienced grant accountant to join their growing team. This is a contract to hire opportunity for the right candidate. The role is onsite four days per week in downtown Manhattan with a remote day on Fridays.
Responsibilities:
Initiate timely follow-ups on outstanding accounts receivable balances and respond to requests with grantors as necessary
Coordinate and monitor subcontractor contract compliance, invoicing, payment and reporting
Generate and analyze reports using Excel
Ensure that contract revenues and expenditures are recorded in the appropriate general ledger accounts
Perform other related duties as assigned
Assist with individual program audits, as well as the year-end audit when required
Analyze, review, and reconcile General Ledger accounts by program
Plan, organize, and prepare for the timely processing of contract vouchers, billing packages, and submit reports to government/private funding sources as appropriate
Work in conjunction with FP&A to provide budget narratives for assigned programs and/or new budget preparations as required by funders and/or Practices
Provide forecast and analysis for assigned programs and potential new fundings
Manage assigned contract portfolios from contract registration to closeout
Work in conjunction with other team members to ensure that department project completion deadlines are met
Verify that reimbursements are not more than contract amounts
Create and prepare Excel schedules and control reports
Key Requirements:
Versatile in handling multiple tasks simultaneously in accordance with highest priority
Excellent written and verbal communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Understanding of grants and billing practices and laws
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
BA/BS degree required, with a focus in Finance, Accounting, or related field
Demonstrate a commitment to quality, accuracy, and thoroughness
Experience working with FE or similar accounting software
At least one year of experience involving the analytical research and reporting of complex financial data
Nonprofit experience preferred
Excellent time management skills
Advance Excel skills and ability to analyze large volumes of data
Understand when to escalate critical time sensitive issues
Ability to meet deadlines, which may require a flexible schedule, as extended working hours may be required during month-end and year-end
Sense of professionalism, confidentiality, independent and a strong work ethic
Extremely organized and ability to respond to internal and external requests