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Everstand · 1 month ago

Staff Accountant - Grants

Baltimore, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Everstand is an independent, not-for-profit organization that transforms the lives of youth and enriches communities. The Staff Accountant - Grants will support finance operations, ensuring accurate grant accounting, financial reporting, and compliance with funding requirements while collaborating with various teams.

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Responsibilities

Maintain accurate financial records for all grants in accordance with organizational policies and grant requirements

Prepare and manage grant-related budgets, forecasts, and expenditure reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Ensure timely submission of Federal Financial Reports (FFR) via the Payment Management System (PMS)

Monitor and reconcile grant spending vs. budget, flagging potential variances and recommending corrective actions. The Grants Accountant will be the primary contact of the Subgrantees within the Finance team

Track grant receivables and deferred revenue to ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition

Lead/Support budget development for new grant proposals and renewals in collaboration with Development and Program teams. The Grants Accountant will be a lead in the development process by ensuring budgets are developed with up to date and projected financials that support the financial stability and operations of the program

Coordinate with the funding entity’s grant administrator to ensure consistent application of funding guidance, resolving issues or problems that arise throughout grant administration

Integrates guidance, requested changes, and technical assistance provided by federal Grant Officer to current and future budget proposals

Assists in preparing budget revisions for federal grants by gathering financial data, reviewing allowable costs, and ensuring changes align with grant guidelines and program needs

Process the final grant closeout by conducting a final review of the award, making any necessary adjustments, and closing out the award in the grant management software (i.e. Payment Management System)

Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, funding requirements, and organizational policies (e.g., OMB Uniform Guidance for federal grants)

Serve as the grant subject matter expert for the Finance team

Lead and prepare documentation for annual audits, program reviews, and funder monitoring visits

Maintain an up-to-date calendar of reporting and compliance deadlines, ensuring timely and accurate submissions

Support implementation of internal audit recommendations related to grant management

Qualification

Grant accountingFinancial reportingGAAP knowledgeSage IntacctOMB Uniform GuidanceAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

A minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in grant accounting, nonprofit accounting, and/or financial management

Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage Intacct is a plus

Strong understanding of GAAP and OMB Uniform Guidance for federal funds

Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with various teams

Preferred

Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with a minimum of 4 years of professional experience in grant accounting, nonprofit accounting, and/or financial management

Experience working with grant management systems or tools

Familiarity with federal grant processes, including pre- and post-award management

Experience in nonprofit environments with a focus on social impact or community-focused projects

Demonstrated ability to identify inefficiencies and improve processes related to grant accounting

Benefits

Accrue vacation at the rate of three weeks per year, plus two floating holidays to use, plus 10 paid holidays when Everstand is closed. That is over 30 days of time off per calendar year!

Paid sick and bereavement leave

Up to 3% annual match to retirement contributions

Health insurance is available via CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield.