Grant Accountant

Michael Page
Manhattan, New York
$30-$35 an hour
Temporary

Job Description

Create requisitions for grants and programs from federal, state, and local sources

Create, manage, and update budgets for existing grants and programs

Record grant activity in financial accounting software

Monitor financial transaction pertaining to grants and restricted funding

Create P&L grant activity reports and provide analysis on variances

Assist in creating budgets and data collection for new grant applications

Submission of grant activity and other reports to donors

Create ad-hoc reports as needed

Create journal entries and assist in monthly closing

Assist in recording invoices and payments for both internal and additional affiliate

Recording of donations from various sources in tandem with development team for both internal and additional affiliate

Assist in maintain general ledger to ensure accuracy of transactions

Collaborate closely with staff across various departments on ad-hoc items and requests

Assist in year-end closings and ad hoc reporting

Assist in year-end audits and other reporting requirements, as needed

Perform all other duties assigned by the Controller

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelors in finance / accounting related field

1-3 years non-profit experience with knowledge and / or experience with grant administration

Strong Microsoft Office skills preferred but not required

Knowledge of Blackbaud Financial Edge a plus

Experience with real estate and construction transactions preferred but not required. Detail oriented and proven organization and planning skills

Ability to provide satisfactory customer service to donors and staff

Multitasker and ability to manage deadlines

Problem identification and analysis

What's on Offer

A competitive salary and benefits package

30+ days ago
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