Grant Accountant

Vaco is hiring for a Grant Accountant opportunity in Elyria OH.Direct Hire, Hybrid Schedule (after 90 days)Salary: 65-80,000/yr Job Summary The Grant Accountant supports the fiscal integrity of grant and restricted accounts by providing accounting services and guidance to internal departments and external partners. This role ensures appropriate expenditure classification, compliance with grant regulations, accurate reporting, and timely reconciliation of restricted funds. The position works closely with the Grants Accounting Manager to review journal entries, monitor financial activity, and maintain auditable records. Key Responsibilities Accounting & Financial Reporting Review transaction details and prepare journal entry transfers for approval and posting. Review Time and Effort reporting for restricted fund staff to ensure compliance and recommend general ledger corrections as needed. Maintain accurate and timely processing of transactions, billings, collections, and financial reports related to restricted accounts. Prepare draft financial reports for assigned federal, state, local, and private grants, contracts, and gifts for review and approval. Conduct monthly reconciliations of assigned grant and contract accounts. Ensure grant files are audit-ready and support audits, reviews, and documentation requests. Award & Compliance Management Apply appropriate accounting procedures to ensure compliance with cash management standards and grant regulations. Provide guidance to departments and partners regarding proper procedures for restricted fund activities. Assist in maintaining accurate restricted financial records and supporting documentation. Collaboration & Support Serve as a liaison to internal departments and external partners to support grant-related financial activities. Provide financial analysis and reporting support for grant-funded projects. Professional Level Experienced professional contributor working under general supervision. Responsible for completing assigned tasks, explaining policies and procedures, and identifying solutions to moderately complex issues. Exercises judgment within established guidelines and may recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, service, and compliance. Builds productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. May provide guidance or training to junior staff. Qualifications Required Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Experience Minimum of 2–3 years of related accounting experience required 4–7 years of related experience preferred Experience with grant accounting, restricted funds, compliance reporting, or governmental/nonprofit accounting strongly preferred Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.

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