We are looking for an Account Specialist to support grant administration and financial coordination for a Contract position based in Ellicott City, Maryland. This role focuses on identifying funding opportunities, preparing strong submission materials, and overseeing post-award documentation and reporting. The ideal candidate brings a detail-oriented approach to grant compliance, recordkeeping, and cross-functional collaboration with program and finance teams.

Responsibilities:

Identify and evaluate potential grant opportunities that align with organizational funding priorities and program needs. Develop and maintain a structured schedule of application deadlines, reporting dates, and follow-up activities for active and prospective grants. Collect required program and financial details from internal stakeholders to prepare, draft, and submit complete grant applications. Coordinate post-award activities, including donor acknowledgments, ongoing correspondence, recognition items, and required status updates. Act as the primary point of coordination between grant project leadership and Finance to support accurate budget oversight and reporting. Review grant agreements and funding terms to track compliance requirements and recommend actions that support continued adherence to financial and contractual obligations. Prepare, verify, and submit grant reports while ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency of supporting information. Maintain organized records of grant-related actions, documentation, and communications, including official gift files tied to federal, state, and local funding sources. Experience supporting accounts receivable, account reconciliation, and other core accounting functions. Demonstrated ability to research funding sources and analyze grant opportunities effectively. Working knowledge of foundation grants and grant administration processes from application through reporting. Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, accurate grant submissions and formal correspondence. Proven attention to detail in maintaining records, monitoring deadlines, and managing compliance documentation. Ability to collaborate with finance personnel, program staff, and project stakeholders in a deadline-driven environment. Proficiency in organizing multiple priorities and handling sensitive financial and funding information with discretion. TalentMatch ® Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .