Grant Accountant-DHS

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Grant Accountant
Confidential Search | Nonprofit Organization | Brooklyn, NY
About the Opportunity
A well-established nonprofit organization is seeking a detail-oriented Grant Accountant to join its growing finance team. Reporting to the Grant Accounting Manager, this individual will play a key role in managing post-award grant accounting activities, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, supporting audits, and preparing financial reporting for government-funded programs.
This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with nonprofit grant accounting experience who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit timely and accurate grant invoices and financial reports.
• Monitor grant budgets and perform monthly financial analysis to identify and resolve variances.
• Reconcile budget-to-actual expenditures and prepare explanations for significant variances.
• Support monthly and year-end close processes.
• Maintain organized grant documentation, billing records, and reporting schedules.
• Assist with grant-related audits and provide supporting documentation to auditors.
• Prepare grant budgets, modifications, amendments, and close-out packages.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and grant funding requirements.
• Collaborate with program and finance teams to support effective grant management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of nonprofit grant accounting experience.
• Experience managing government-funded grants, including financial reporting and invoicing.
• Strong understanding of grant compliance and post-award accounting.
• Experience supporting audits and preparing audit schedules.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with government-funded social service programs.
• Experience with grant accounting and fund accounting software.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards and best practices.

Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $67,000 - $72,000
Comprehensive benefits package including:

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

Location
Brooklyn, NY (On-Site)
LHH Recruitment Solutions is assisting a confidential nonprofit client with this search. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for immediate consideration.
Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $72,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Jeffrey Kamberg
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