Grant Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Grant Accountant to support the financial operations of one of our well-established clients in the Sacramento region. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment enjoys managing multiple funding streams and brings strong analytical reconciliation and communication skills.

The Grant Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate grant-related financial records ensuring compliance with funding requirements and supporting program and finance leaders with timely reporting. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful operational improvements while supporting a collaborative team-centered department. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity and our client offers a generous benefits package.

Pay:- $35-38/Hr. (DOE)

Role Type: Contract to Hire

100% onsite in downtown Sacramento

9/8/80 alternate work schedule with every other Friday off

Employer-paid parking

Responsibilities

• Manage grant-related accounting journal entries and month-end close activities.
• Reconcile grant funding accounts program budgets and balance sheet schedules.
• Track grant expenditures prepare drawdowns and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
• Prepare grant financial reports and reimbursement packages for federal state and private funders.
• Review and code invoices with proper GL allocation and grant documentation.
• Monitor restricted funds grant budgets cost allocations and supporting schedules.
• Assist with annual budgets forecasts audits and grant compliance reviews.
• Partner with program and finance teams to provide timely financial insights.
• Support process improvements and SOP development within the grants and accounting function.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field.
• 35 years of accounting experience; nonprofit or grant-funded experience preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with accounting systems (MIP Intacct NetSuite QuickBooks etc.).
• Excellent analytical organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated reliability efficiency and commitment to high-quality work.