Senior Accountant

Ascendo Resources; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency in the United States is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Accountant/Biller. This role involves managing billing cycles, tracking government grants, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. The ideal candidate has a degree in Accounting or Finance, 2-5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in accounting software like QuickBooks or NetSuite. Benefits include medical and vision insurance as well as a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, billing, or general accounting.
• Experience working with government grants, including billing and compliance.
• Strong understanding of grant reimbursement processes and cost principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue accurate and timely invoices for all clients and projects.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on past-due accounts.
• Review grant agreements to understand allowable costs and billing structures.
• Maintain organized and audit-ready grant files and financial records.
• Collaborate with program managers to ensure accurate grant spending.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Billing compliance

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Sage

Job description

This range is provided by Ascendo Resources. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

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Reports To: Accounting Manager / Controller

Position Summary

The Accounts Receivable (AR) Accountant/Biller with Government Grants experience is responsible for managing the full cycle of billing, receivables tracking, and grant-related financial compliance. This role ensures accurate invoicing, timely collection of payments, and proper financial reporting for government-funded programs. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of grant regulations, and the ability to balance routine billing tasks with compliance-driven grant accounting responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue accurate and timely invoices for all clients, contracts, and grant-funded projects.
• Monitor outstanding receivables, follow up on past-due accounts, and maintain AR aging reports.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies in billing or payments.
• Record, apply, and track incoming payments in accordance with accounting policies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities related to AR.
• Review grant agreements to understand allowable costs, billing structures, reimbursement rules, and reporting obligations.
• Prepare detailed grant billing submissions, reimbursement requests, and financial documentation.
• Track expenditures against grant budgets and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local grant guidelines (e.g., OMB Uniform Guidance).
• Maintain organized and audit-ready grant files, supporting documentation, and financial records.
• Assist with grant audits, financial monitoring, and compliance reviews.
• Generate AR, billing, and grant-related reports for management and program teams.
• Ensure accounting practices comply with GAAP and all applicable government regulations.
• Identify opportunities to streamline billing, AR workflows, and grant financial processes.
• Collaborate with program managers and finance leads to ensure accurate grant spending and reporting.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, billing, or general accounting.
• Demonstrated experience working with government grants, including billing and compliance.
• Strong understanding of grant reimbursement processes and cost principles (e.g., Uniform Guidance).
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, or similar).
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.

Preferred

• Experience in nonprofit, government-funded programs, healthcare, or education industries.
• Knowledge of fund accounting principles.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and municipal grant compliance requirements.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries: Non-profit Organizations

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)