Grant Accountant

Addison Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a Grant Accountant for a nonprofit healthcare organization in Chicago to manage grant accounting across federal, state, and municipal grants, ensuring costs are captured and vouchers processed on time.

Ideal candidates will have solid general ledger knowledge, strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, SUMIFS, XLOOKUP), and experience with Sage Intacct; ADP Workforce Now is a plus. Fiscal year-end is June 30.

Qualifications

• Grant accounting experience required.
• Strong general ledger knowledge and journal entry skills.
• Ability to read and interpret grant agreements and related costs.
• Proficient Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, SUMIFS and XLOOKUP.
• Experience with Sage Intacct is highly preferred; ADP Workforce Now is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage grant-related accounting for federal, state, and municipal grants.
• Partner with program managers to ensure grant costs are documented accurately.
• Ensure grant vouchers are processed and submitted timely.
• Prepare and post journal entries for grant accounting.
• Review grant agreements to understand funding requirements and costs.
• Track financial activity using the general ledger and grant codes.
• Support the annual audit process as needed.

Skills

Grant accounting

General ledger

Pivot Tables

SUMIFS

XLOOKUP

Attention to detail

Tools

Sage Intacct

ADP Workforce Now

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Pay: $35-40//hr

Location: Chicago, IL

About the Organization

A nonprofit healthcare organization based in Chicago, Illinois, providing affordable, comprehensive medical care to individuals and families, particularly underserved communities. The organization operates as a federally supported community health center.

Position Overview

A nonprofit healthcare organization is seeking a Grant Accountant with a strong accounting background and experience in grant accounting to support the financial management of approximately 10 major grants across federal, state, and municipal funding sources. This individual will work closely with program managers to ensure grant-related costs are properly captured, vouchers are processed accurately and on time, and financial records are maintained appropriately.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of general ledger accounting, journal entries, and grant agreements, along with strong Excel skills. Experience with Sage Intacct is a significant plus. This role will also support the annual audit process, with a fiscal year-end of June 30.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage grant-related accounting activities for federal, state, and municipal grants.
• Partner with program managers to ensure grant-related costs accurately captured and properly documented.
• Ensure grant vouchers are processed and submitted in a timely manner.
• Prepare and post journal entries related to grant accounting.
• Review and interpret grant agreements to understand funding requirements and applicable costs.
• Utilize the general ledger and established grant codes to track and monitor grant-related financial activity.
• Support the annual audit process and provide accounting information as needed.

Qualifications

• Solid accounting background with experience in grant accounting.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and journal entry preparation and posting.
• Ability to read and interpret grant agreements and understand related financial requirements.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, SUMIFS, and XLOOKUP.
• Experience with Sage Intacct is highly preferred.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines and work collaboratively with program managers.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with federal, state, or municipal grants.
• Experience in a nonprofit or healthcare organization.
• Familiarity with grant compliance, voucher processing, and audit support.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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