Grants Accounting Specialist

Grants Accounting Specialist

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a non profit organization in Tempe who is in search of a full time Grants Accounting Specialist to join their team. This role is Monday-Friday and has potential to be fully remote for the right individual. The salary range is between $60,000-$65,000.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring the financial integrity of grant funding while supporting the organization's mission through accurate reporting, compliance, and financial analysis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a mission-driven environment and enjoys working with complex financial data.

• Manage the financial accounting and reporting for multiple federal, state, and private grants.
• Monitor grant budgets and expenditures to ensure compliance with funding requirements.
• Prepare financial reports and reimbursement requests in accordance with grant guidelines.
• Perform account reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance related to grant activity.
• Track restricted funds and ensure proper allocation of grant expenditures.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Support annual audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests.
• Partner with program managers to review grant spending and provide financial guidance.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and grant regulations.
• Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel to analyze financial data, reconcile accounts, create reports, and identify trends.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Previous grants accounting experience within a nonprofit organization strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of grant compliance, fund accounting, and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required, including complex formulas, Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, and data analysis.
• Experience with ERP or nonprofit accounting software is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Opportunity to support a mission-driven nonprofit making a meaningful impact in the community.
• Collaborative and supportive finance team.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.