Grant Accounting Specialist (Higher Ed & Compliance)

Dillard University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dillard University is seeking a detail-oriented Grant Accountant II to support the accounting, financial reporting, and compliance requirements of federally, state, and privately funded grants and contracts. This role ensures accurate recording, monitoring, and reporting of restricted funds in accordance with GAAP, Uniform Guidance, sponsor requirements, and institutional policies.

As part of the Office of Business and Finance, the Grant Accountant II collaborates with PIs, program managers, and

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in grant or nonprofit accounting.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and fund accounting principles.
• Experience with financial systems and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records for grants, contracts, and restricted funds.
• Prepare journal entries for grant revenues, expenditures, accruals, and cost transfers.
• Monitor grant budgets to ensure expenditures are allowable and within funding limits.
• Prepare timely financial reports for grantors (monthly, quarterly, annual, final).
• Support federal reporting (e.g., SF-425) and sponsor-required reporting.
• Track grant revenue recognition per GAAP and policy.
• Prepare schedules for grant activity, including direct and indirect cost tracking.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes related to grants.
• Assist with grant setup in the financial system and reporting structures.
• Collaborate with PIs and program staff to monitor spending.

Skills

Grant accounting

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Jenzabar

Job description

Dillard University is seeking a detail-oriented Grant Accountant II to support the accounting, financial reporting, and compliance requirements of federally, state, and privately funded grants and contracts. This role ensures accurate recording, monitoring, and reporting of restricted funds in accordance with GAAP, Uniform Guidance, sponsor requirements, and institutional policies.

As part of the Office of Business and Finance, the Grant Accountant II collaborates with PIs, program managers, and