Grant Accounting Manager

Soni; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,500 - 104,500; Full time

Job summary

A financial management firm is seeking a Grant Accounting Manager in New York City to oversee financial operations for a growing grants portfolio. This role involves managing grant accounting, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with various funding sources. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and have over 5 years of grant accounting experience, particularly with municipal funding. Competitive salary of $95,000 is offered, factoring in experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• 5+ years of grant accounting experience, preferably with city or municipal funding.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and government grant compliance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing grant billing and financial reporting.
• Managing grant budget development and modifications.
• Preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.

Skills

Grant accounting experience

Supervisory experience

Strong analytical skills

Knowledge of GAAP

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

PASSport or similar grant billing systems

Job description

The Grant Accounting Manager supports a growing grants portfolio and serves as a key partner to grants leadership, overseeing financial management, billing, and compliance across city, state, federal, and private funding sources. This role manages grant accounting operations, supervises staff, and ensures accurate and timely reporting within a complex multi-funded environment.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing grant billing and financial reporting, with a strong focus on municipal funding and PASSport billing requirements
• Managing grant budget development, modifications, and financial modeling
• Preparing journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and allocation analyses
• Supervising and mentoring Grant Accountants while serving as a technical resource for complex accounting matters
• Supporting month-end and year-end close, audits, and compliance requirements
• Presenting budget and financial updates to accounting leadership and program stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 5+ years of grant accounting experience, including city or municipal funding
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost allocations, and government grant compliance
• Experience with PASSport or similar grant billing systems strongly preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Compensation: $95,000

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.