We are looking for a detail-oriented Gift & Grant Accountant to support the financial stewardship of donor-restricted and sponsored funds in Williamsburg, Virginia. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records, ensuring compliance with funding terms, and delivering reliable reporting for grants, gifts, and endowments. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit or fund accounting experience, sound judgment in interpreting financial agreements, and a proactive approach to collaboration and process improvement.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the full accounting administration of restricted gifts, grants, endowments, and similar funding sources, including account creation, ongoing maintenance, and final closeout activities.<br>• Set up and manage general ledger structures, fund identifiers, project codes, and supporting schedules to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of restricted financial activity.<br>• Prepare journal entries and complete recurring reconciliations for cash, investments, pledges, grants receivable, deferred revenue, and other related balance sheet accounts.<br>• Support the lifecycle of sponsored and restricted funds by processing budget updates, releasing restrictions, tracking cost share, preparing billing or draw documentation when needed, and coordinating closeout requirements.<br>• Examine grant awards, gift documentation, and related agreements to determine financial restrictions, reporting obligations, allowable spending, and compliance expectations.<br>• Monitor transactions and fund balances to confirm expenses are correctly coded, properly supported, and aligned with donor intent, sponsor rules, institutional policy, and applicable accounting guidance.<br>• Compile schedules and supporting materials for audits, compliance reviews, donor inquiries, and other internal or external reporting requests.<br>• Produce regular financial reports, including budget-to-actual comparisons, fund balance summaries, and other analyses for leadership, program teams, donors, and sponsors.<br>• Assist with month-end and year-end close by preparing account analyses, rollforwards, audit support, and financial statement schedules tied to restricted funds and endowments.<br>• Work closely with Development, Finance, and program stakeholders to resolve discrepancies, strengthen reporting practices, and improve gift and grant accounting processes.
We are looking for an experienced public tax specialist to join a growing accounting firm in Chesapeake, Virginia. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys managing complex tax work, advising a diverse client base, and contributing to a collaborative work environment. The role offers strong potential for career progression while supporting businesses, individuals, estates, trusts, nonprofit organizations, and benefit plans with high-quality accounting and tax services.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and examine federal, state, and local tax filings for individuals, corporations, and partnerships with a high degree of accuracy.<br>• Handle accounting activities tied to the general ledger, including recording journal entries and completing account reconciliations.<br>• Investigate and correct reporting issues, account variances, and other financial inconsistencies in a timely manner.<br>• Develop trusted working relationships with clients by providing responsive service and practical guidance.<br>• Partner with firm leadership and internal team members to organize priorities, align deliverables, and keep engagements moving efficiently.<br>• Support a range of client needs across tax, audit support, financial review work, and advisory services as required.<br>• Monitor changes in tax law, accounting standards, and industry developments to help maintain compliance and inform client recommendations.<br>• Contribute to multiple client engagements simultaneously while maintaining deadlines and service quality expectations.