<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Grant Accountant</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> New Haven, CT<strong><em> (Onsite; 5 days / week)</em></strong></p><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> Full-Time / Permanent Position</p><p><strong>Recruiter Contact:</strong> Abby Harpp – abby.harpp@roberthalf</p><p><strong>Job Reference:</strong> AH0013419291</p><p><br></p><p>We’re seeking a <strong>Grant Accountant</strong> to partner closely with the CFO and finance team in a high-impact role supporting grant accounting, strengthening compliance, and driving meaningful process improvements within a growing, mission-driven organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage accounting for multiple grants, including revenue, expenses, and fund tracking</li><li>Reconcile accounts and assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, FASB, and 2 CFR Part 200</li><li>Maintain audit-ready documentation and support internal/external audits</li><li>Prepare reports, invoices, and reimbursement requests</li><li>Track budgets, analyze variances, and forecast spend</li><li>Partner with program leaders on financial performance and reporting needs</li><li>Support grant budgets, modifications, and closeouts</li><li>Strengthen processes, controls, and overall financial procedures</li></ul>
<p>Our client in <strong>Longmeadow, Massachusetts</strong> is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Grant Accountant</strong> for a contract opportunity. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with experience managing grant-related financial activity, ensuring compliance, and supporting accurate reporting across multiple funding sources.</p><p>The Grant Accountant will play a key role in overseeing the financial administration of grants, tracking expenditures, reconciling accounts, and helping ensure compliance with applicable regulations and reporting requirements.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Monitor and manage financial activity for assigned grants and funding sources</li><li>Track grant expenditures and ensure costs are properly allocated</li><li>Prepare financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with grant budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close activities</li><li>Review transactions for compliance with grant terms, regulations, and internal policies</li><li>Support audits and provide documentation related to grant funding</li><li>Collaborate with program managers and internal departments on grant reporting and budget questions</li><li>Maintain accurate accounting records and help improve grant accounting processes</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>POSITION: FINANCE MANAGER</strong></p><p><strong>INDUSTRY: NON-PROFIT / MUNICIPAL SERVICES</strong></p><p><strong>LOCATION: WETHERSFIELD, CT</strong></p><p><strong>CONTACT: Kelleigh Marquard - <em>Kelleigh.Marquard@RobertHalf</em></strong></p><p><strong>JOB POSTING ID: KM0013434884</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established organization in the Greater Hartford area seeking a Finance Manager to join its leadership team. This position will work closely with senior finance leadership and play a key role in overseeing accounting operations, budgeting, financial reporting, treasury activities, and departmental administration.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting or finance professional with nonprofit experience who is seeking a highly visible leadership role with long-term stability and strong community impact.</p><p><br></p><p>RESPONSIBILITIES:</p><ul><li>Assist with oversight of daily finance operations including accounting, budgeting, treasury, payroll, revenue, and financial reporting activities</li><li>Support management of the general ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, fixed assets, and financial analysis</li><li>Monitor budget-to-actual reporting and assist with forecasting and financial planning activities</li><li>Support annual audit processes and help strengthen internal controls, compliance, and financial policies</li><li>Assist with development and administration of annual operating and program budgets</li><li>Prepare financial reporting and supporting schedules for leadership and external stakeholders</li><li>Partner with department leaders to ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and budget guidelines</li><li>Provide financial guidance and operational support across departments</li><li>Assist with grant accounting and oversight of externally funded programs</li><li>Support pension, benefits, and related financial reporting activities</li><li>Help drive process improvements, modernization initiatives, and operational efficiencies</li><li>Supervise and support finance-related staff while assisting with departmental workflow and performance management</li><li>Serve as backup to senior finance leadership when needed</li></ul><p>WHY JOIN:</p><ul><li>Highly visible leadership role with exposure to executive leadership</li><li>Stable organization with meaningful community impact</li><li>Collaborative culture and supportive leadership team</li><li>Opportunity to improve processes and drive operational efficiencies</li><li>Competitive compensation and strong benefits package</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration, please email your resume in confidence to Kelleigh.Marquard@RobertHalf com. All inquiries are confidential. Robert Half will never distribute your resume without your permission.</p>