Grant Accountant POST NUMBER: 150949

Vaco is hiring for a Grant Accountant opportunity in Elyria OH

Direct Hire, Hybrid Schedule

Salary: 60-80,000/yr

Job Summary

We are seeking a Grant Accountant to support the fiscal integrity and financial administration of college grant and restricted-fund accounts. This position is responsible for accounting, reconciliation, financial reporting, and compliance activities while providing guidance to departments and partners on appropriate expenditures and grant-related financial procedures.

The Grant Accountant will also support the Grants Accounting Manager with journal entries, audits, reporting, and overall grant administration.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Review transaction details and prepare proposed journal entry transfers for review and posting.
• Review Time and Effort reporting for restricted-fund employees, identify discrepancies, and recommend General Ledger corrections.
• Process transactions, billings, collections, and financial reports accurately and timely.
• Prepare financial reports for assigned federal, state, local, and private grants, contracts, and gifts.
• Maintain accurate and complete financial records for restricted funds.
• Conduct monthly reconciliations for assigned grants and contracts.
• Maintain audit-ready grant files and provide documentation and support for audits, reviews, and financial inquiries.
• Coordinate financial activities with employees responsible for administering restricted programs.

Grant & Award Management

• Apply appropriate accounting procedures to ensure compliance with grant regulations and cash management requirements.
• Assist departments and campus partners with proper financial procedures for restricted-fund activities.
• Provide accounting and financial reporting support for federal, state, local, and private grants, contracts, and gifts.
• Assist with identifying and resolving accounting issues related to grant-funded activities.

Collaboration

• Serve as a financial resource and liaison to departments, program managers, and internal and external partners supporting grant activities.
• Collaborate with the Grants Accounting Manager and program financial managers to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.
• Communicate accounting policies, procedures, and grant requirements to relevant stakeholders.
• Recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, service, and compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of relevant accounting, grants, financial reporting, or related experience.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply established policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with internal departments and external partners.

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