Grant Accountant Job at Robert Half (La Conner)

Grant Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , La Conner

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Grant Accountant to support financial administration for externally funded programs in La Conner, Washington. This contract opportunity with permanent potential and open to hybrid is ideal for someone who understands grant and fund accounting, can interpret award terms, and can keep records accurate, organized, and ready for audit review. The person in this role will work closely with internal teams to monitor spending, maintain budgets, and help ensure compliance throughout the full lifecycle of each funding agreement.

Job Responsibility:

Establish and manage grant-related accounts for assigned funding agreements, ensuring records remain complete and current
Maintain organized documentation and supporting files so financial activity is audit-ready at all times
Review expenditures against award requirements to confirm costs are appropriate, properly allocated, and allowable under contract terms
Prepare and post journal entries, corrections, and reclassifications to keep financial data accurate
Enter and update budgets promptly, then monitor activity throughout the funding period to support effective financial oversight
Process billings, drawdowns, receivables, and revenue adjustments in a timely manner for assigned grants
Reconcile grant revenues and expenses during active award periods and as part of closeout activities
Prepare required financial reports in accordance with sponsor guidelines, deadlines, and agreement conditions
Partner with program staff and finance colleagues by providing accounting support during grant startup, ongoing administration, audit activity, and closeout
Assist with compliance reviews, year-end reconciliations, and other finance-related duties as needed

Requirements:

Associate degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field
At least 2 years of accounting experience, including substantial exposure to grant or fund accounting
Hands-on experience managing government grants, grant compliance, or fund administration activities
Ability to read funding agreements and apply financial terms and conditions to day-to-day accounting decisions
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications
High level of accuracy, strong organizational skills, and the ability to meet external reporting deadlines
Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work well across teams

Nice to have:

Experience with Abila MIP is preferred
familiarity with Microix, Laserfiche, or similar financial systems is a plus

What we offer:

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
enrollment in our company 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 03, 2026

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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