Third Way · 2 months ago
Grants Accountant
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expThird Way is a national think tank and advocacy organization that champions moderate policy and political ideas. The Grants Accountant is responsible for managing financial aspects of grants received by the organization, including tracking expenditures, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with funding requirements.
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Responsibilities
Maintain accurate financial records for grants
Monitor and track grant expenditures to ensure compliance with donor requirements and grant budgets
Prepare and submit timely and accurate financial reports to donors and program staff
Work closely with program staff to develop grant budgets and monitor budget-to-actual performance
Assist with grant proposal development by providing financial information (such as pro-forma budgets) and budget narratives
Support external audits by providing requested documentation and analysis
Reconcile grant-related accounts and prepare journal entries as needed
Maintain grant files, including contracts, budgets, amendments, and correspondence
Collaborate with the development and program teams to ensure smooth communication and reporting of grant-related matters
Support the Senior Grants Accountant where needed
Cross train with Senior Staff Accountant to become proficient with other accounting processes such as accounts payable and accounts receivable to help manage finance team workload
Qualification
Required
Have a Bachelor's degree in accounting
Have 2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit or grants-related role
Have strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Have experience with grant compliance and reporting requirements
Have proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Have an excellent attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills
Preferred
Have experience with Sage Intacct
Have experience with bill.com (accounts payable platform) and bill spend and expense (credit card platform)
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Parking, and Transit)
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Retirement plan
Accrued Paid Sick and Vacation leave
Long-term Disability
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Company
Third Way
Third Way is a think tank answering America's challenges with modern ideas aimed at the center.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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