Grants Accountant

Addison Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Job summary

Addison Group seeks a Grants Accountant to perform bookkeeping, accounts payable, and receivable processing for grant-funded programs. You will manage AP journals, ensure proper documentation, and prepare cost reports and reimbursements according to funder requirements.

Ideal candidates have a accounting degree and 1–4 years of related experience, with preferred knowledge of nonprofit accounting and AP vouchering. The role advances organizational compliance and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting.
• 1–4 years of accounting experience.
• Knowledge of Great Plains accounting system.
• Not-for-profit sector experience preferred.
• AP vouchering experience favored.

Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping and payable/receivable processing.
• Maintain AP and Cash Disbursement journals.
• Prepare cost reports and reimbursement vouchers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in financial statements and analysis.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in accounting

Tools

Great Plains

Job description

Position

Grants Accountant

Compensation

$25-26/hour

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, 401k

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Perform accounting, clerical and analytical tasks related to the efficient bookkeeping maintenance and processing of accounts payable / account receivable transactions.
• Performs accounts payable functions, maintaining AP and Cash Disbursement journal
• Apply accounting principles, theories and practices to a wide variety of tasks
• Dispense petty cash and Client Assistance fund/Gift after ensuring proper documentation is provided by staff
• Interact with banks through online interfaces and make bank deposits
• Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies
• Prepares and submits all Cost reports and Reimbursement vouchers based on the funder required frequency.
• Maintain accounting files in an organized manner
• Assures all expenditures are captured, reported, and requested for reimbursement for all reimbursable grants and contracts.
• Collects, compiles, and prepares backups for grant vouchering.
• Assist in completing the financial statements and supporting analysis when needed
• Assist in developing and maintaining policies and procedures for accounting activities as needed and adhere to policies and procedures for all activities

• Perform accounting, clerical and analytical tasks related to the efficient bookkeeping maintenance and processing of accounts payable / account receivable transactions.
• Performs accounts payable functions, maintaining AP and Cash Disbursement journal
• Apply accounting principles, theories and practices to a wide variety of tasks
• Dispense petty cash and Client Assistance fund/Gift after ensuring proper documentation is provided by staff
• Interact with banks through online interfaces and make bank deposits
• Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies
• Prepares and submits all Cost reports and Reimbursement vouchers based on the funder required frequency.
• Maintain accounting files in an organized manner
• Assures all expenditures are captured, reported, and requested for reimbursement for all reimbursable grants and contracts.
• Collects, compiles, and prepares backups for grant vouchering.
• Assist in completing the financial statements and supporting analysis when needed
• Assist in developing and maintaining policies and procedures for accounting activities as needed and adhere to policies and procedures for all activities

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree degree in accounting
• 1-4 years of experience

Preferred

• Knowledge of dynamic Great Plain Accounting system
• Experience working for not-for-profit agency
• AP vouchering experience

Key Competencies

• Must have strong work ethics
• Must be well organized and a self-starter
• Detail-oriented, professional attitude, reliable
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills
• Good problem-solving skills, solid accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with employees and vendor
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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