Nonprofit Staff Accountant: Grant & Fund Accounting

CFS

Stow (OH)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 70,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

CFS is seeking a Staff Accountant in Stow, OH (on-site) to support day-to-day accounting in a nonprofit environment. You will help manage general ledger, grant and fund accounting, and month-end close while collaborating with leadership and program teams to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with grant requirements.

You will monitor grant budgets, track expenditures, and prepare schedules and supporting documentation for government and foundation funders.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
2+ years of accounting experience preferred.
Nonprofit, fund accounting, or grant accounting exposure is a plus.
Experience with restricted funds, grant budgets, or grant reporting is preferred.
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and account reconciliations.

Responsibilities

Assist with monthly general ledger close and journal entry preparation.
Perform account reconciliations for cash, grants receivable, prepaid expenses, and other balance sheet accounts.
Support accounting and tracking for restricted and unrestricted funds.
Assist with grant accounting, including recording grant revenue and tracking expenditures.
Monitor grant budgets and compare actual expenses to approved funding levels.
Ensure expenses are properly coded and allocated to the correct grant, program, or funding source.
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual grant financial reporting.
Prepare grant-related schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.