Grant Accountant

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Marcus Curiel

Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button
and sending us your resume.

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 per year

We are a national nonprofit based in Chicago, focused on making clean, affordable energy accessible to everyone, especially underserved communities. Our programs help reduce energy costs, protect the environment, and improve lives by working with homeowners, renters, nonprofits, and local organizations. We are committed to building stronger, healthier communities through sustainable energy solutions.

• Strong reputation in the community.
• Great leadership and company culture.
• Excellent opportunity to join a growing organization.
• Comprehensive benefits & compensation package.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review grant budgets, ensuring financial alignment with organizational goals. Track, monitor, and report on expenditures to ensure proper utilization of funds and compliance with grant requirements.
• Generate accurate financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, performing regular reconciliations of grant accounts. Identify variances between project budgets and actuals, providing solutions to financial challenges.
• Monitor grants and contracts to ensure compliance with financial guidelines, contractual obligations, and applicable regulations. Assist in managing sub-recipient relationships, ensuring adherence to reporting and performance standards.
• Work collaboratively with project teams and finance departments to streamline grant accounting processes, provide training, and identify opportunities for improving financial efficiency.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in grant accounting, budgeting, and financial management, preferably in a nonprofit or government-funded setting
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial regulations, and grant compliance
• Proficiency in financial management software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar tools)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal communication abilities and experience collaborating across departments

Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.