Grant Accountant

Description 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. Requirements - At least 3 years of accounting experience, with nonprofit accounting exposure preferred.

- Working knowledge of grant accounting, restricted funds, and grant-related reporting is strongly preferred.

- Hands-on experience using Quick Books for transaction processing and financial recordkeeping.

- Solid understanding of general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and journal entry preparation.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate and organized financial documentation.

- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and stay productive in a part-time schedule.

- Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred.

- Familiarity with nonprofit fund accounting, audit support, donor-restricted funds, or tools such as Abila MIP is a plus.

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