We are looking for a skilled Grant Accountant to join our team in Austin, Texas. This Contract-to-permanent position offers the opportunity to manage financial operations related to grants, including accounts payable, receivable, and reporting. The ideal candidate will contribute to maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and grant requirements. Responsibilities: • Review and process invoices, ensuring proper coding and alignment with the general ledger, department, and fund accounts. • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in invoices, addressing unusual or questionable items. • Prepare payment reports for approval and remit payments to vendors and suppliers in a timely manner. • Reconcile accounts payable transactions and analyze accounts as needed. • Manage prepayments and accruals during the month-end close process, preparing journal entries and accounting schedules. • Record checks and electronic payments, deposit funds, and assist with bank statement reconciliations. • Monitor outstanding balances and process billing for grants to maintain accurate accounts receivable records. • Collaborate on the preparation of the annual budget and ensure compliance with audit and financial reporting standards. • Support the financial audit process by organizing and providing required documentation and processing necessary adjustments. • Participate in special projects and promote adherence to agency standards and financial policies.

• Proven experience in grant accounting, including managing government grants and funding. • Strong knowledge of accounts payable and receivable processes. • Proficiency in Excel, particularly with formulas and data analysis. • Experience with journal entries, account coding, and financial reconciliations. • Familiarity with preparing financial reports and budgets. • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities effectively. • Strong understanding of financial compliance and audit procedures.

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Austin, TX
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
30.00 - 34.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Grant Accountant to join our team in Austin, Texas. This Contract-to-permanent position offers the opportunity to manage financial operations related to grants, including accounts payable, receivable, and reporting. The ideal candidate will contribute to maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and grant requirements. Responsibilities: • Review and process invoices, ensuring proper coding and alignment with the general ledger, department, and fund accounts. • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in invoices, addressing unusual or questionable items. • Prepare payment reports for approval and remit payments to vendors and suppliers in a timely manner. • Reconcile accounts payable transactions and analyze accounts as needed. • Manage prepayments and accruals during the month-end close process, preparing journal entries and accounting schedules. • Record checks and electronic payments, deposit funds, and assist with bank statement reconciliations. • Monitor outstanding balances and process billing for grants to maintain accurate accounts receivable records. • Collaborate on the preparation of the annual budget and ensure compliance with audit and financial reporting standards. • Support the financial audit process by organizing and providing required documentation and processing necessary adjustments. • Participate in special projects and promote adherence to agency standards and financial policies.
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