Senior Grants Accountant

Addison Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Bonuses

Job summary

The Addison Group is seeking a Senior Grants Accountant in Washington, DC for a long-term contract with potential conversion. The role requires nonprofit grant accounting expertise, strong GAAP knowledge, and advanced Excel skills.

Hybrid schedule with duties spanning financial reporting, grant tracking, and audits. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of grant accounting experience, ability to manage multiple grants, and a track record of accurate reporting to funders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• 5+ years nonprofit accounting with grant reporting experience.
• GAAP knowledge and grant accounting proficiency.
• Advanced Excel skills and financial analysis.
• CPA or CPA-track preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting and financial reporting for multiple grants.
• Track expenditures and ensure proper allocation per grants.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of grant activity and restricted funds.
• Prepare grant financial reports for donors and leadership.
• Monitor budgets and variances; ensure compliance with guidelines.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Grant accounting

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CPA-track

Tools

Blackbaud Financial Edge

Sage Intacct

MIP Fund Accounting

Job description

Title: Senior Grants Accountant

Type: Contract to Hire

Location: Washington, DC

Schedule: Hybrid

Compensation: $33-39hr on contract $75,000-$90,000 on conversion

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well established nonprofit organization, is seeking an experienced Senior Grants Accountant to join their team on a long-term contract basis. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with deep nonprofit and grant accounting experience who thrives in a mission-driven environment. The Senior Grants Accountant will be responsible for managing the financial aspects of awarded grants, including restricted fund accounting, grant reporting, expense monitoring, reconciliations, and compliance with funding requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting and financial reporting for multiple federal, state, foundation, and private grants.
• Track grant expenditures and ensure expenses are properly allocated and charged in accordance with grant agreements and organizational policies.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of grant activity, restricted funds, and related balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for grantors and internal leadership.
• Monitor grant budgets and identify variances between actual expenditures and approved funding levels.
• Ensure compliance with grant agreements, donor restrictions, and applicable nonprofit accounting standards.
• Partner with program managers and department leaders to review spending activity and forecast grant utilization.
• Assist with grant drawdowns, reimbursement requests, and funding reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes related to grant activity.
• Prepare schedules and documentation for audits, including single audits and grant compliance reviews.
• Review and improve grant accounting processes, controls, and reporting procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of nonprofit accounting experience, including direct responsibility for grant accounting and reporting.
• Strong understanding of restricted and unrestricted fund accounting.
• Experience preparing grantor financial reports and ensuring compliance with grant requirements.
• Proven experience tracking, reconciling, and analyzing grant expenditures and budgets.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles and GAAP.
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple grants simultaneously.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with federal, state, and foundation grants.
• Exposure to Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) and Single Audit requirements.
• Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge, Sage Intacct, MIP Fund Accounting, or similar nonprofit accounting systems.
• CPA or CPA-track candidates highly preferred.

Why Choose Addison Finance & Accounting?

• Benefits & Bonuses: Eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401(k), and monetary bonuses.
• Permanent Employment Opportunities: Many Addison contract opportunities can lead to permanent employment.
• Connections: Direct access to hiring managers at respected organizations.
• Options: Multiple employment opportunities throughout the local market.
• Professional Development: Resume guidance, interview preparation, and offer negotiation support.

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 veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.