Grant Accountant (Hybrid) - Grants Reporting & Compliance

Inside Philanthropy; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Pre-tax commuter benefits

FSA

403(b) with employer contribution

Generous vacation, sick leave and HOL

Job summary

Met Council is seeking a detail-oriented Grant Accountant to oversee an assigned portfolio of grants and contracts. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting, compliance with funding requirements, and timely billing, in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.

Hybrid work arrangement with on-site office days in the Financial District. The ideal candidate will manage grant billing, liaise with funders, and assist in audits, bringing 2–3 years of grant accounting experience, a related degree,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business (required).
• At least 2-3 years of grant accounting experience; familiarity with Private Foundations and NYC funder requirements (DFTA, DYCD, OTDA).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, IF functions).
• Familiarity with PASSPort and Grants Gateway (preferred).
• Familiarity with OMB Uniform Guidance (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Grant Accounting/Billing: prepare financial reports and invoices for grants; ensure timely submission and accuracy.
• Ensure financial compliance with government and private foundation funding requirements.
• Prepare journal entries and allocations; respond to funder inquiries.
• Assist in funder desk audits; maintain accurate financial records.

Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Reasoning

Dependability

Cultural awareness

Relationship building

Mathematical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business (required)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Met Council is seeking a detail-oriented Grant Accountant to oversee an assigned portfolio of grants and contracts. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting, compliance with funding requirements, and timely billing, in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.

Hybrid work arrangement with on-site office days in the Financial District. The ideal candidate will manage grant billing, liaise with funders, and assist in audits, bringing 2–3 years of grant accounting experience, a related degree,