Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance

Location: Brooklyn, NY
Employment Type: Part-Time or Full-Time, In-Person
Salary:Based on Experience

A nonprofit organization in Brooklyn, NY is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant to join its team. The primary focus of this role will be managing accounting responsibilities related to city and state grants
, including financial reporting, documentation, submissions, and ongoing grant compliance.

The ideal candidate has a strong accounting background with experience working with government grants. Previous experience in the nonprofit sector is highly preferred
, and CPA credentials are a plus.

This position can begin on a part-time basis with the opportunity to transition into a full-time role
.

• Manage accounting and financial responsibilities related to city and state grants.
• Prepare and submit required financial documentation for government-funded programs.
• Track grant revenue, expenses, reimbursements, and budget allocations.
• Prepare grant-related financial reports and reimbursement requests.
• Monitor grant expenditures against approved budgets.
• Ensure expenses are properly documented and allocated to the appropriate grants and programs.
• Maintain complete and organized supporting documentation for grant submissions.
• Monitor grant reporting requirements, deadlines, and financial compliance.
• Maintain accurate accounting and general ledger records.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed.
• Support budgeting and financial planning activities.
• Prepare documentation for audits and grant reviews.
• Work closely with leadership and program staff to obtain required financial information.
• Help ensure compliance with applicable nonprofit and government funding requirements.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records.
• Assist with additional accounting and finance responsibilities as needed.

• Previous professional accounting experience required.
• Experience working with city and/or state grants strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of government grant reporting, documentation, and financial requirements.
• Background in nonprofit accounting or nonprofit financial operations is highly preferred.
• CPA preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, budgeting, and financial documentation.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with accounting software preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple reporting requirements and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities.