Grants Accounting Coordinator

GHJ Search and Staffing

Los Angeles, CA

$70,000 to $80,000 Yearly
Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

Grants Accounting Coordinator

We have partnered with a nonprofit organization who is seeking a detail-oriented Grants Accounting Coordinator. The Grants Accounting Coordinator provides fiscal and administrative support and ensures compliance with all funding requirements on contracts and grants for the Center. This is a hybrid role (2x in office).

Responsibilities:

Work closely with program directors, managers, and project teams to understand the financial needs and objectives of each grant-funded project and ensure seamless grant administration.
Serve as the fiscal contact for funders to understand specific grant requirements, ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions, and ensure reporting requirements are met.
Collaborate and coordinate with other departments, program management, and grants management team to assist in the preparation of budgets and financial sections of grant proposals, renewals, close-outs, and fiscal and programmatic site visits to ensure accuracy and alignment with funding agency guidelines.
Prepare and process monthly invoices, reimbursements, cost reports, financial reports, general ledger journal entries, and other financial documentation necessary for grant-funded activities.
Reconcile grant-related financial transactions such as revenue, receivable, and expenses to the general ledger at month-end and year-end.
Provide support to the finance department during the month-end close process.
Monitor, review, and prepare grant budgets, budget modifications, renewals, and applications, and maintain an active listing of progress (i.e., pending, in progress, submitted, approved, disapproved, etc.).

Qualifications:

3-6 years of experience in related field or equivalent education with a concentration in Finance or Accounting.
Prefer one-year progressive experience in grant accounting and working in a dynamic multi-service environment.
Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Company Description

GHJ Search and Staffing (formerly Creative Financial Staffing - CFS Los Angeles) is the recruiting arm of GHJ, a national accounting and advisory firm. Our Team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

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