Grant Accountant Marietta, GA

Grant Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Grant Accountant to support a nonprofit organization with part-time, on-site accounting work in Marietta, Georgia. This long-term contract opportunity is expected to average approximately 16 hours per week and will focus on maintaining accurate financial records, grant-related accounting, and dependable reporting support. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, experience working with restricted funding, and the ability to manage priorities independently in a structured environment.

Responsibilities:

• Reconcile bank activity and balance sheet accounts each month to confirm the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Prepare and post journal entries in Quick Books while ensuring transactions are recorded in the appropriate accounting periods.
• Monitor grant income and spending activity to help maintain accurate records for restricted and awarded funds.
• Maintain the general ledger and supporting documentation with a high standard of accuracy and organization.
• Review financial activity for correct account coding and alignment with grant guidelines and funding requirements.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close processes by organizing data, resolving open items, and supporting timely completion of reporting.
• Assist in preparing financial information for leadership, funding agencies, and audit requests as needed.
• Research accounting variances and discrepancies and take prompt action to resolve issues.
• Preserve well-organized accounting files and records in line with nonprofit accounting practices and documentation standards.