Grant Accountant BHJOB7775_841011

Stivers; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Professional growth opportunities

Health coverage

Paid time off

Wellness reimbursement

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Stivers is seeking a Grant Accountant in the Akron, OH area to oversee multiple grant-funded programs and maintain accurate financial records in support of our mission-driven nonprofit work.

You will manage federal, state, and local funding sources, ensuring SEFA compliance and timely draw requests, while collaborating with auditors and management to close month-end processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of professional accounting experience; grant accounting preferred.
• Experience with federal funding and SEFA reporting.
• Strong Excel skills; familiarity with Grantseeker Pro is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee grant portfolio valued around $10 million across multiple sources.
• Prepare and submit grant draw requests within deadlines.
• Review grant transactions for SEFA and funding compliance.
• Compile SEFA information and support external audits.
• Collaborate with management and auditors on month-end close and reconciliations.
• Track expenditures across grants with organized documentation.

Skills

Grant accounting

SEFA reporting

Excel

Auditing support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Grantseeker Pro

Job description

Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Monday - Friday)

Start Date: ASAP

Make a difference through your accounting expertise. We are seeking a Grant Accountant to join the team in the Akron, OH area to play an important role in supporting the financial operations behind a mission-driven nonprofit organization.

This position is responsible for overseeing multiple grant-funded programs and maintaining accurate financial records while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local funding requirements. Your financial expertise will help support programs focused on recovery, rehabilitation, and greater independence for individuals and families.

What You'll Do

As a Grant Accountant, you will be responsible for:

• Oversee financial activity for a grant portfolio valued at approximately $10 million, spanning mental health organizations as well as state, federal, and local funding sources.
• Manage the preparation and submission of grant draw requests, ensuring funding is obtained accurately and within required timelines.
• Review grant-related transactions and documentation to ensure adherence to applicable funding regulations, including SEFA requirements.
• Compile and review Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) information and provide documentation and support during external audits.
• Partner with management and independent auditors on month-end close activities, reconciliations, and financial review processes.
• Track expenditures and activity across multiple grants and contracts while maintaining complete and well-organized supporting documentation.

What You'll Bring

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• Four-year degree in Accounting, Finance, or a comparable business-related discipline.
• Bring approximately 3–5 years of professional accounting or financial experience; exposure to grant accounting is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working with federal grant funding and a solid understanding of SEFA reporting and compliance requirements.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel; experience with Grantseeker Pro is an added advantage.
• Comfortable taking ownership of assignments independently while also collaborating effectively with a broader team.
• Background in public accounting or experience managing government-funded grants is highly valued.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive starting salary with potential for senior roles based on experience and background
• Supportive work environment emphasizing teamwork, diversity, and professional growth
• Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing training
• Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, flex spending, paid time off, wellness reimbursement, and employee referral bonuses
• The chance to directly impact community health and well-being by supporting vital funding programs

Location & Schedule

This position is on-site in the Akron area offering a standard full-time schedule from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with no overtime required.