Grant Accountant

We are looking for a Grant Accountant to join a nonprofit organization in Sanford, Florida in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist with deep experience managing grant-related financial activity, maintaining compliance, and producing accurate reporting in a multi-priority environment. The position will support grant oversight, fund accounting, audit preparation, and budget analysis, with added value for candidates who have worked with capital assets and enterprise financial systems.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the financial administration of grants by tracking expenditures, reviewing allowable costs, and helping ensure compliance with funding requirements.
• Monitor grant and program budgets, investigate variances, and prepare financial reports that support internal leadership and external stakeholders.
• Perform account reconciliations and maintain supporting documentation to strengthen accuracy, transparency, and audit readiness.
• Assist with audit requests by compiling schedules, resolving discrepancies, and providing organized financial records related to grant activity.
• Maintain fund accounting records and support proper allocation of revenues and expenses across multiple funding sources.
• Contribute to capital asset recordkeeping, including tracking additions, updates, and related accounting support when applicable.
• Use financial systems and advanced spreadsheet analysis to evaluate data, improve reporting, and support accounting operations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to manage deadlines, respond to changing priorities, and support ongoing grant-related financial needs.