Grant Accountant

Grant Accountant

Robert Half is seeking a Grant Accountant to join our Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) team and support a large government organization in Olympia. This role will focus on managing complex grant accounting activities for federally funded programs, ensuring compliance with grant regulations, and supporting financial reporting for large-scale public initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys project-based work, government accounting, and making an impact within their community while benefiting from the stability and advantages of Robert Half's FTEP program.

What You'll Do

• Manage the financial administration of federal, state, and local grants.
• Track grant expenditures and monitor budgets to ensure compliance with funding requirements.
• Prepare and reconcile grant-related financial reports and supporting documentation.
• Support grant audits and respond to auditor inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance, grant agreements, and governmental accounting standards.
• Collaborate with program managers, finance leadership, and external funding agencies.
• Monitor grant spending, identify variances, and provide recommendations.
• Assist with reimbursement requests, drawdowns, and reporting deadlines.
• Perform account reconciliations and month-end close activities.
• Maintain detailed documentation to satisfy audit and regulatory requirements.