Grant Accountant

Description

Are you a meticulous accountant with a passion for grants? We're seeking a Grant Accountant for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Chicago, IL, offering $33.00/hour! This full-time role operates on a Monday to Friday schedule, providing stability and a great work-life balance. If you're ready to make an impact with your financial expertise, connect with our RPS Recruiter, Sarah at [email protected] to learn more!

Perks & Benefits

Employment Type & Shifts

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares all governmental grant (city, state, federal) and commercial contract billings as needed on a bi-monthly, monthly or quarterly basis. Submits proper forms and supporting backup as directed in the contract. Enters billing into accounting system.
• Works closely with governmental agencies on both the finance and program sides to ensure contracts are fulfilled.
• Works closely with internal program counterparts and commercial client liaisons (as needed) on both the finance and program sides to ensure contracts are fulfilled.
• Keeps in-house staff informed of any changes regarding the contract as well as unspent funds and personnel allocations.
• Works closely with Advancement team, staff from program departments and staff of the granting agency to prepare all budgets and accompanying paperwork for all contract renewals.
• Prepares Quarterly State Use Reports.
• Maintains PAR (Personnel Activity Report) Worksheets.
• Prepares grant budgets.
• Acts as backup to Accounts Receivable Accountant.
• Prepares Monthly Grant and General Ledger Account Reconciliations.
• Monitors accounts receivable for call center customers and government agencies and follows-up on past dues as needed.
• Assists in the preparation of year-end audit schedules.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• Previous experience with governmental grant processing in a non-profit setting.
• Three to five years of experience in general accounting and/or financial analysis required.
• Must be able to work independently and handle multiple projects.
• Strong technical, analytical, and communication skills needed.
• Proficiency in computerized accounting systems (Sage Intacct a plus) and spreadsheet applications required (Word and Excel).
• Commitment to our mission of providing opportunities for people who are blind, visually impaired, deaf-blind, or multi-disabled is essential.

Associate Requirements