Grants Analyst

Insight Global; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Grants Accountant in Phoenix to oversee federal grant accounting, compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting across multi-funded programs. The role requires navigating Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) and FHWA-related funding, collaborating with Program Managers and ERP teams to optimize grant administration.

The ideal candidate brings 3–5+ years in public sector accounting with hands-on federal grants experience, strong Excel skills, and a

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of public sector/government accounting experience.
• Experience with federal grants accounting and FHWA funding.
• Proficiency with 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance).
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting and financial administration of multiple federal grant programs.
• Monitor grant expenditures, budgets, and forecasts throughout the grant lifecycle.
• Prepare financial reports, grant reconciliations, and funding analyses.
• Collaborate with Program Managers to develop financial plans and support grant-funded initiatives.
• Provide oversight of grant budgets and funding allocations.
• Ensure compliance with federal grant regulations, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), and grant award requirements.
• Interpret cost principles and determine allowable and allocable grant expenditures.
• Administer federal post-award grant activities and reporting requirements.
• Support indirect cost allocation methodologies and compliance reporting.
• Partner with ERP and Finance teams on system enhancements, process improvements, and reporting efficiencies.
• Provide cross-functional financial support across departments as needed.

Skills

Public sector accounting

Federal grants accounting

FHWA funding

2 CFR Part 200 compliance

Budgeting & forecasting

Excel

Financial reporting

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting software

Job description

Position Summary We are seeking a Senior Grants Accountant to oversee federal grant accounting, compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting activities. This role will be responsible for managing complex, multi-funded federal grant programs throughout the full grant award lifecycle while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and Uniform Guidance requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in public sector accounting, formula-funded federal grants, and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) funding. This position partners closely with Program Managers, Finance leadership, and ERP specialists to support financial planning, grant administration, and system improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting and financial administration of multiple federal grant programs, representing approximately 75-80% of the role.
• Monitor grant expenditures, budgets, and forecasts throughout the grant lifecycle.
• Prepare financial reports, grant reconciliations, and funding analyses.
• Collaborate with Program Managers to develop financial plans and support grant-funded initiatives.
• Provide oversight of grant budgets and funding allocations across multiple programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal grant regulations, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), and grant award requirements.
• Interpret cost principles and determine allowable and allocable grant expenditures.
• Administer federal post-award grant activities and reporting requirements.
• Support indirect cost allocation methodologies and compliance reporting.
• Partner with ERP and Finance teams on system enhancements, process improvements, and reporting efficiencies.
• Provide cross-functional financial support across departments as needed.

Required Skills and Experience

• 3-5+ years of public sector/government accounting experience
• Federal grants accounting experience
• FHWA funding and compliance experience
• FTA grant administration experience
• 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance) expertise
• Experience developing grant budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Advanced Excel skills and financial analysis experience.
• Public sector accounting experience is required.

Nice to Have Skills and Experience

• Experience working within Councils of Governments, transportation agencies, governmental entities, or similar public-sector organizations.
• ERP system experience and involvement in financial system enhancements.
• CPA or CPA-track preferred but not required.