We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Grant Accountant to join our team in Winnebago, Nebraska. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the financial aspects of grant funding, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining accurate records. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to achieve financial accuracy and transparency. Responsibilities: • Develop and prepare budgets for grant applications in collaboration with grant writing teams to support funding proposals. • Accurately translate grant budgets into the general ledger, ensuring alignment across fund types, departments, and object codes. • Collaborate with project management teams to record and track grant-related expenses accurately and in compliance with financial requirements. • Prepare and submit drawdown requests while maintaining proper documentation in the financial management system. • Monitor grant expenditures against budgets to ensure effective fund utilization and compliance with funding requirements. • Reconcile grant accounts, investigate discrepancies, and implement necessary corrections to maintain precise financial records. • Establish and maintain internal controls and procedures to ensure grant accounting adheres to organizational and legal standards. • Generate and review accounts receivable aging reports for grant receivables, following up on outstanding invoices with grant managers. • Track grant advancement balances and spending progress, providing management with regular updates on financial performance. • Review and approve purchase requisitions and expenditures related to grants, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field from an accredited institution. • A minimum of three years of progressive accounting experience, with a preference for roles involving grant management. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel (with advanced formulas), PowerPoint, and Outlook. • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and communicate clearly in both written and verbal formats. • Exceptional organizational and project management abilities, with the capacity to handle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines. • Analytical mindset with a keen eye for detail and the ability to resolve complex financial discrepancies. • Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt to a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy. • Familiarity with GAAP accounting principles, budget management, forecasting, and grant administration processes.

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Winnebago, NE
onsite
Permanent
85000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Grant Accountant to join our team in Winnebago, Nebraska. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the financial aspects of grant funding, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining accurate records. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to achieve financial accuracy and transparency. Responsibilities: • Develop and prepare budgets for grant applications in collaboration with grant writing teams to support funding proposals. • Accurately translate grant budgets into the general ledger, ensuring alignment across fund types, departments, and object codes. • Collaborate with project management teams to record and track grant-related expenses accurately and in compliance with financial requirements. • Prepare and submit drawdown requests while maintaining proper documentation in the financial management system. • Monitor grant expenditures against budgets to ensure effective fund utilization and compliance with funding requirements. • Reconcile grant accounts, investigate discrepancies, and implement necessary corrections to maintain precise financial records. • Establish and maintain internal controls and procedures to ensure grant accounting adheres to organizational and legal standards. • Generate and review accounts receivable aging reports for grant receivables, following up on outstanding invoices with grant managers. • Track grant advancement balances and spending progress, providing management with regular updates on financial performance. • Review and approve purchase requisitions and expenditures related to grants, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.
2025-10-28T15:04:17Z

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