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Grant Accountant

United States, Los Angeles Contract work · Job Posted May 20, 2026
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We are looking for a Grant Accountant to support financial oversight for grant-funded programs within a non-profit organization in Los Angeles, California. This Long-term Contract position focuses on maintaining accurate grant records, monitoring restricted funds, and helping ensure financial activity aligns with donor and government requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in grant accounting, fund administration, and financial reporting, along with the ability to work carefully in a deadline-driven environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Oversee accounting activity for grant-funded programs, ensuring revenues and expenses are recorded accurately and in accordance with funding terms
  • Track restricted and unrestricted funds, reconcile balances, and maintain clear documentation to support fund administration activities
  • Prepare financial reports for internal stakeholders and external funding sources, including government grant reporting as required
  • Review grant budgets against actual spending, identify variances, and provide timely updates to program and finance leadership
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes related to grants, net asset balances, and designated funding sources
  • Maintain accounting records within Abila MIP and use the system to monitor transactions, reporting outputs, and fund-level activity
  • Assist with audits and compliance reviews by organizing supporting schedules, reconciliations, and grant documentation
  • Coordinate with program teams to confirm expenses are allowable, properly coded, and aligned with grant agreements

Requirements

  • Proven experience in grant accounting within a non-profit or similarly regulated funding environment
  • Strong knowledge of grant management principles, fund administration, and financial controls tied to restricted funding
  • Experience preparing or reviewing reports for government grants and other externally funded programs
  • Familiarity with net asset tracking and the financial treatment of donor-restricted funds
  • Hands-on experience using Abila MIP for accounting, reporting, or fund-based financial management
  • Ability to analyze financial data, reconcile accounts, and investigate discrepancies with a high level of accuracy
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and reporting requirements

What we offer

  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • Company 401(k) plan
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