Grant Accountant

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Saint Petersburg (FL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking a Grant Accountant in St. Petersburg, FL. This hybrid role supports a respected nonprofit by managing grant finances and ensuring compliance across multiple funding sources.

You'll work with program leaders and external funders, preparing financial reports, monitoring spending, and assisting with monthly/yearly closings to ensure audit readiness and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience; nonprofit/grant accounting a strong plus.
• Solid understanding of grant compliance, funding restrictions, budget monitoring, and cost allocation practices.
• Familiarity with MIP Fund Accounting software preferred.
• Strong Excel and financial reporting skills, with the ability to work confidently with financial data.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented professional capable of balancing competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day financial administration of grants, ensuring accurate tracking, reporting, and compliance across multiple funding sources.
• Develop and maintain grant accounting records, financial reports, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and transparency.
• Work closely with program and operational leaders to monitor spending, forecast funding needs, and optimize grant utilization.
• Grant Accountant will assist with monthly and annual financial closing processes, supporting accurate reporting and audit readiness.
• Serve as a key resource for grant compliance, audit support, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance financial operations and accountability.

Skills

Nonprofit accounting

Grant accounting

Excel proficiency

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

MIP Fund Accounting

Job description

Grant Accountant

St. Petersburg, Florida (Hybrid)
Salary: $65,000 - $85,000

Why This Grant Accountant Opportunity Stands Out

• Make a meaningful difference by joining one of the region’s most respected nonprofit organizations.
• Lead critical grant compliance and financial management efforts that support impactful community programs.
• Grant Accountant works cross-functionally with executive leadership, program teams, and external funding agencies to maximize organizational impact.
• Be part of a collaborative and growth-oriented environment that values innovation, accountability, and teamwork.
• Take advantage of an exceptional benefits package featuring generous PTO, employer-funded healthcare, HSA contributions, and retirement savings support.
• Build your career with a mission-driven organization that offers long-term stability, a strong reputation, and a culture of purpose.

Key Grant Accountant Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day financial administration of grants, ensuring accurate tracking, reporting, and compliance across multiple funding sources.
• Develop and maintain grant accounting records, financial reports, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and transparency.
• Work closely with program and operational leaders to monitor spending, forecast funding needs, and optimize grant utilization.
• Grant Accountant will assist with monthly and annual financial closing processes, supporting accurate reporting and audit readiness.
• Serve as a key resource for grant compliance, audit support, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance financial operations and accountability.

Grant Accountant Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3 or more years of accounting experience, with nonprofit and grant accounting experience considered a strong plus.
• Solid understanding of grant compliance, funding restrictions, budget monitoring, and cost allocation practices.
• Familiarity with MIP Fund Accounting software preferred.
• Strong Excel and financial reporting skills, with the ability to work confidently with financial data.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented professional capable of balancing competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality.