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Senior Accountant – Federal Grants & Compliance

United States 80000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted January 31, 2026
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The Senior Accountant – Federal Grants & Compliance will be primarily responsible for performing monthly accounting and financial reporting for federal grants under tight deadlines. This role emphasizes financial accuracy, compliance, meeting client deadlines, and teamwork for efficient operations. Chazin takes pride in its commitment to excellence, which is reflected in proactive client communication and exceptional customer service.

Job Responsibility

  • Comprehensive accounting services, including accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger management
  • Prepare month end close workbooks including balance sheet reconciliations culminating in the issuance of monthly financial statements
  • Tracking and reporting of restricted funds to prepare a net asset roll forward
  • Assistance with federal grant management and reporting
  • Audit management (including single audits): preparation of SEFA schedules, support during audit, coordination of all final schedules
  • Assistance with 990 preparation and other local, state, and federal filings
  • Specialized reporting to support client decision-making
  • Organization and maintenance of client files including prior year audit and tax records
  • Work under the guidance of the controller, to assist with analysis, cash flow and budget preparation

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting
  • A minimum of five years general accounting experience
  • Extensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
  • Extensive experience with data management, record keeping and web-based applications
  • Advanced knowledge Microsoft Office, Excel, and QuickBooks online
  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, project management, and communication skills
  • Experience in audit preparation
  • Ability to function well in a team-oriented virtual environment
  • The desire and ability to become proficient with SAGE Intacct and other third-party applications
  • The ability to work from home professionally as well as independently

Nice to have

Nonprofit accounting experience preferred

What we offer

  • Flexible remote schedules
  • 15 days of paid time off (PTO), increasing with tenure
  • 10 paid holidays annually, including 1 Floating Holiday
  • Annual all-employee paid retreat
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD)
  • Supplemental insurance options
  • 401(k) with company match and 100% vesting after the first year
  • Monthly technology stipend
  • 100% reimbursement of CPA licensing fees
  • 50% reimbursement of AICPA membership
  • Continued ongoing education/training
  • Employee reward & recognition perks

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