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Sr. Accountant, Grants

United States, Orange Employment contract · Job Posted May 11, 2026
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Robert Half is partnering with a respected nonprofit organization seeking a Sr. Accountant, Grants to join its finance team. Reporting to the CFO, this position will oversee grant accounting, compliance, reporting, budgeting, and financial analysis for a portfolio of government and privately funded programs. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional seeking meaningful, mission-driven work within a stable and collaborative organization.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage accounting for multiple grants and contracts including revenue recognition, allocations, and budget tracking
  • Prepare financial reports, invoices, reimbursement requests, and grant drawdowns
  • Monitor grant spending and provide budget variance analysis and forecasting
  • Ensure compliance with grant agreements, nonprofit accounting standards, and applicable regulations
  • Assist with grant setup, renewals, amendments, and closeouts
  • Reconcile grant-related accounts and maintain audit-ready documentation
  • Support annual audits, single audit requests, and year-end close activities
  • Partner with program leadership regarding grant financial management
  • Assist with proposal budgets and special projects
  • Identify process improvement opportunities and strengthen internal controls

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 3+ years of grant accounting experience within nonprofit, healthcare, government, or human services environments
  • Knowledge of nonprofit accounting and grant compliance requirements
  • Advanced Excel and accounting system experience required
  • Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Nice to have

  • Behavioral health, healthcare, or social services industry experience
  • Experience supporting single audits or federally funded programs
  • Multi-program or multi-entity accounting experience

What we offer

  • Healthcare
  • Retirement plan
  • PTO
  • Professional development

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