Grant Accounting Specialist - Nonprofit Finances & Compliance

Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &

Public Holidays)

Training & Development

Job summary

Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc. in Newark, NJ, is seeking a Grant Accountant to maintain accurate financial records for all grant-funded activities, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and organizational goals.

The role focuses on grant budgeting, receivables, reporting, and reconciliation. The successful candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, at least two years in nonprofit grant or fund accounting, and strong GAAP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in nonprofit grant accounting or fund accounting.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial accounting software (MIP preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for all grant-funded activities.
• Support grant budgeting, receivables, and compliance processes.
• Ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and reconciliation of grant funds per funder requirements.

Skills

Grant accounting

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MIP

Job description

Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc. in Newark, NJ, is seeking a Grant Accountant to maintain accurate financial records for all grant-funded activities, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and organizational goals.

The role focuses on grant budgeting, receivables, reporting, and reconciliation. The successful candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, at least two years in nonprofit grant or fund accounting, and strong GAAP knowledge.