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Grants Accounting Manager

United States, Washington, DC · Job Posted March 20, 2026
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My client is looking for a Grants Accounting Manager to join their team, which is in the non-profit industry. The organization is located in Washington, DC and the role will be operated on a hybrid schedule. The ideal candidate for the Grants Accounting Manager role will have non-profit experience and be responsible for the handling of grants, creating grant schedules, reviewing and reporting revenue of restricted grants appropriately, maintaining the general ledger accounts, supervising a team, reviewing and reconciling accounts payable and accounts receivable, assisting with month end close, budgeting, producing financial reports and ensuring the day to day accounting operations operates efficiently. This non-profit organization offers excellent benefits; including medical benefits and a great work-life balance.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage and report various grants
  • Create grant schedules
  • Perform month-end close
  • Create annual budget
  • General ledger maintenance
  • Prepare financial statements

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
  • 5+ years of relevant accounting experience
  • Understanding of US GAAP and regulatory standards
  • Non-profit and grants experience, required

Nice to have

CPA, preferred

What we offer

  • medical benefits
  • great work-life balance

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