Grant Accounting Manager

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Grant Accounting Manager
Confidential Search | Nonprofit Organization | Brooklyn, NY
About the Opportunity
A respected nonprofit organization is seeking an experienced Grant Accounting Manager to lead its grant accounting function and supervise a team responsible for government and privately funded programs. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, grant billing, audit support, and staff development.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nonprofit grant accounting, experience managing a team, and expertise working with federal, state, local, and private funding sources.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the daily activities of the grant accounting team.
• Review and ensure the timely submission of grant invoices, reimbursements, and financial reports to funding agencies.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, organizational policies, and grantor requirements.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual grant reporting and closing activities.
• Monitor grant expenditures and ensure accurate classification of expenses within the general ledger.
• Review accounts receivable balances related to grant funding and revenue recognition.
• Guide staff through grant budget modifications, amendments, and reporting requirements.
• Communicate reporting deadlines and funding requirements to the grant accounting team.
• Coordinate and support grant-related audits, including preparation of schedules and supporting documentation.
• Stay current on regulatory and grant compliance changes through ongoing professional development and training.
• Partner with finance leadership on special projects and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of nonprofit grant accounting experience.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience managing federal, state, local, and private grant funding.
• Strong understanding of grant invoicing, reimbursement processes, and financial reporting.
• Experience supporting external audits and compliance reviews.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong financial reporting capabilities.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with nonprofit accounting and grant management software.
• Knowledge of government-funded social service programs.
• Experience overseeing grant compliance and reimbursement processes across multiple funding sources.

Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $85,000 - $90,000
Comprehensive benefits package including:

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Additional Employee Benefits

Location
Brooklyn, NY (On-Site)
LHH Recruitment Solutions is conducting a confidential search on behalf of a nonprofit organization. Qualified candidates with nonprofit grant accounting leadership experience are encouraged to apply.
Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Jeffrey Kamberg
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