Grant & Revenue Accountant

Hope The Mission; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope the Mission in California is seeking a Grant and Revenue Accountant to manage grant accounting, invoicing, receivables, and revenue tracking across multiple funding sources.

Under the Director of Finance, you will prepare budgets, monitor fund balances, ensure GAAP compliance, and support audits and financial reporting for government and private grants. This is a full-time, on-site role in North Hills, CA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible nonprofit accounting experience.
• Experience with government-funded contracts and grants preferred.
• Experience with post-award grant management, invoicing, reconciliations, and audits preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and monitor grant budgets, revenue tracking, and fund balances.
• Maintain grant coding and expense classification per GAAP and internal guidelines.
• Support grant close-out processes and final financial reporting.
• Assist with development and improvement of financial procedures and internal controls.
• Assist with monthly billing and invoicing for government and private funding sources.
• Assist with accounts receivable activity and collections follow-up.

Skills

Grant accounting

Accounts receivable

Budget management

GAAP & non-profit accounting

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

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Full Time North Hills, CA, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 2133

Salary Range: $32.00 To $35.00 Hourly

Hope Mission Statement

The mission of Hope the Mission is to prevent, reduce and eliminate poverty, hunger, and homelessness by offering immediate assistance and long-term solutions.

Position Purpose and Summary

Hope the Mission funds its programs through a mix of government contracts, grants, and private funding sources. Managing those dollars accurately and in compliance with funder requirements is not optional. The Grant and Revenue Accountantis the person who keeps that work running.

Working under the supervision of the Director of Finance, Accounts Receivable, this position manages grant accounting, billing, accounts receivable, and revenue tracking across multiple funding sources. The Specialist handles post-award grant administration, prepares invoices and reimbursement requests, monitors receivables, reconciles accounts, and supports financial reporting and audits. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage competing deadlines, and a working knowledge of nonprofit accounting and grant compliance.

Responsibilities

Grant Accounting and Budget Management

Prepare and monitor grant budgets, revenue tracking, and fund balances

Maintain proper expense classification and grant coding in accordance with GAAP and internal guidelines

Support grant close-out processes and final financial reporting

Assist with development and improvement of financial procedures and internal controls

Billing and Invoicing

Assist with monthly billing and invoicing processes for government and private funding sources

Prepare reimbursement requests and supporting documentation in accordance with funder requirements

Identify, research, and resolve financial discrepancies and billing issues

Accounts Receivable and Revenue Tracking

Monitor accounts receivable activity and assist with collections follow-up

Ensure cash receipts and revenue transactions accurately recorded and applied within the accounting system

Reconciliations and Financial Reporting

Prepare monthly ledger analyses, reconciliations, and financial reports

Assist with month-end and year-end close activities related to grants and receivables

Assist with annual audits and funder reviews by preparing requested schedules and supporting documentation

Systems and Recordkeeping

Maintain accounting records in QuickBooks Online and other financial systems

Collaborate with program, grants, and finance teams to support accurate financial reporting and compliance

Additional Duties

Perform other finance and accounting duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required; equivalent experience may be considered

Minimum 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit accounting, grant administration, billing, or accounts receivable

Experience working with government-funded contracts and grants strongly preferred

Experience with post-award grant management, invoicing, reconciliations, receivables tracking, and audit support preferred

Skills

Manage grant accounting, billing, and accounts receivable functions accurately and on deadline

Prepare and monitor grant budgets, fund balances, and revenue tracking reports

Apply GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles to expense classification, reconciliations, and financial reporting

Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or compliance concerns

Prepare accurate financial reports, reimbursement requests, and audit-ready documentation

Manage a high volume of financial information with strong attention to detail

Communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally across finance, program, and grants teams

Work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive financial information

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks Online, and Google Workspace

Mandatory Requirements

Background Screening – Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of background checks as required per worksite.

Drug and Alcohol Testing – Candidates must pass pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol screenings in accordance with company policy.

Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Check – For roles requiring driving, employment is contingent upon an acceptable driving record.

Legal Eligibility to Work – Candidates must provide proof of legal authorization to work in the US.

Compliance with Company Policies and HIPAA standards – All employees must comply with company policies, including safety, confidentiality, and conduct standards.

Must have reliable transportation.

Must have proof of vehicle insurance coverage.

Must have a valid CA drivers license.

Must be able to qualify for HTM’s commercial insurance coverage.

Physical, Demands, Environmental Conditions, Equipment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The employee is required to: walk and climb stairs; stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis; grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead; handle, finger, grasp and feel objects and equipment; reach with hands and arms; be mobile by moving oneself from place to place quickly and easily; repeat various motions with the wrists, hands, and fingers; be able to perform visual activities for (including, but not limited to) administrative and clerical tasks; ability to lift up to 25 lbs.; communicate, receive and exchange ideas, information by means of the spoken and written word; drive vehicles in and around Los Angeles County; be able to enter various buildings that may require climbing stairs; be periodically subjected to outside environmental conditions. The employee may work in proximity to service animals and emotional support animals; use a desktop and/or laptop computer; various office machines. Complete all required forms in personal writing.

Work Environment

The employee may be in contact with individuals and families in crisis who may be ill, using alcohol and drugs, andwho may not be attentive to basic personal hygiene, health and safety practices. The employee may experience anumber of unpleasant sensory demands associated with the participants’ use of alcohol and drugs, and lack of personalhygiene. The employee must be ready to respond quickly and effectively to many types of situations, includingcrisis situations and potentially hostile situations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate inan office setting. Sometimes work may become stressful when working under pressure or in crisis intervention.

EEO: HTM (Hope the Mission) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HTM complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, placement, promotion, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

HTM will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After