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Hispanic Federation · 2 days ago

Grants Accountant

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$70K/yr - $80K/yr

2+ years exp

Hispanic Federation (HF) is the nation's premier Latino nonprofit membership organization. They are seeking a Grants Accountant to perform accounting and financial service functions for programs funded by grants and contracts, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting. The role involves preparing budgets, monitoring expenses, and collaborating with various departments to manage grant funds effectively.

AssociationNon Profit

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, and coordinates the centralized accounting and financial reporting for assigned grant portfolio, including preparing annual and project budgets, forecasting revenue, estimating any carry-over of funds from one year to the next

Support in the management of private corporations, individuals, and foundations, in addition to public sector funds

Perform services on a cost-reimbursement for grants; execute accounting functions for all grants and contracts

Research issues, prepares invoices/ billings, and collects funds for the support of restricted fund expenditures

Assist in preparing all relevant fiscal reports for sponsored programs; ensure the timely submission of all reports, as requested or required

Coordinate with key personnel at all levels of the organization to support the proper and timely expenditure of grant funds in compliance with applicable guidelines and budget deadlines

Meet with program staff to monitor program budgets and reconcile program expense tracking and the finance office expense tracking

Develop positive working relationships to foster a collaborative environment for grant coordination and oversight

Calculate, prepare, and submit the annual indirect cost rate as required and manage costs across assigned grants portfolio

Attend professional development training and remain abreast of public sector compliance announcements and their applicability to grant management-related audit, federal regulations, state laws, organizational policies, and any workshops or seminars on grants or special revenues

Compile year-end reports, work papers, and analysis necessary for the organization's auditors to complete the yearly audit of HF's financial statements

Review and approve grant-related journal entries and monitor charges for reasonableness and compliance with organization policies and procedures

Perform monthly reconciliation of bank accounts as directed

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Nonprofit accountingGrants managementMIP Fund AccountingFinancial reportingBilingual (English/Spanish)Analytical skillsSpreadsheetsAttention to detailInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting or nonprofit financial management

A minimum of two (2) years of nonprofit accounting experience or experience managing grants and financial reporting

Experience using MIP Fund Accounting or similar nonprofit accounting software is required

Commitment to HF's mission of supporting Latino communities

Strong written and verbal communication skills is required

Skill in researching, analyzing, and evaluating complex financial data

Proficiency in various computer applications, including comprehensive databases, spreadsheets, and word processing software

Ability to prioritize and self-direct, analyze situations, identify situations where appropriate to make decisions

Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to establish and maintain effective interdepartmental communications and relationships

High attention to detail, ability to analyze and interpret data for accuracy

Preferred

An advanced degree is highly preferred

Bilingual in English and Spanish is an asset

Proven track record of grants management, familiarity local (DYCD, DOHMH), state (DOH, Department of Education) and federal funding and their regulations is an asset