Remote Grants Accountant
Jackson, Madison County, Tennessee, 38301, USA
Listed on 2026-11-01
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance, Accounting & Finance
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Grants Accountant to support the financial management and closeout of federal, state, and non-federal research grants. This individual will manage a portfolio of research departments, oversee grant-related accounting activities, ensure compliance with funding requirements, and partner directly with internal stakeholders throughout the grant lifecycle.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a deadline-driven environment, can manage a high volume of work, and has strong accounting fundamentals, particularly around grant accounting and financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities- Manage a portfolio of research departments and grant-funded projects.
- Perform grant closeout activities for federal, state, and non-federal awards.
- Review grant agreements and contracts to ensure financial compliance.
- Prepare and post journal entries.
- Monitor grant spending, indirect costs, and financial performance.
- Set up and maintain grant workbooks and award tracking documentation.
- Collaborate with research teams, department administrators, and stakeholders to answer questions and provide financial guidance.
- Support month-end close activities and reporting requirements.
- Manage workload priorities to meet critical grant and reporting deadlines.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience, preferred Grants Accounting experience
Experience preparing and posting journal entries. - Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Knowledge of indirect cost calculations and grant compliance requirements.
- Experience reviewing and interpreting grant contracts and award documents.
- Workday experience, preferably with financial modules.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
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