Grant Accountant — Nonprofit Grants & Compliance

Cahaba Medical Care; Centreville (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Cahaba Medical Care Foundation is seeking a Grant Accountant to oversee grant budgets, expenditures, and reporting for multiple grant-funded programs in a rural central office setting in Centreville, AL. The role supports compliance with HRSA and other funders and works with finance and program leadership to ensure accurate financial records.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, strong Excel skills, and experience with grant accounting principles and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial management systems.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Close attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and reporting requirements.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain grant budgets in collaboration with program leadership and finance staff.
• Track grant expenditures and ensure spending aligns with approved budgets.
• Monitor and reconcile grant-related financial activity and accounts.
• Prepare monthly grant profit and loss statements and financial reports.
• Complete required grant financial reporting through HRSA EHB, PMS, and other sponsor platforms.
• Coordinate and track time-and-effort attestations and supporting documentation for grant-funded personnel.
• Assist with grant drawdowns, invoicing, and reimbursement requests as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and organizational grant accounting requirements.
• Support audits by preparing documentation and responding to requests.
• Maintain organized grant financial files and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with grant administrators to support accurate reporting and compliance.
• Assist with financial forecasting and budget modification requests for grant-funded programs.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Financial reporting

Accounting principles

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial management systems

Job description

Cahaba Medical Care Foundation is seeking a Grant Accountant to oversee grant budgets, expenditures, and reporting for multiple grant-funded programs in a rural central office setting in Centreville, AL. The role supports compliance with HRSA and other funders and works with finance and program leadership to ensure accurate financial records.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, strong Excel skills, and experience with grant accounting principles and reporting.