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Grant Accountant

Robert Half • Edina, MN • 1h ago

Description

Senior Grant Accountant (Part-Time, Remote - 24-32 Hours/Week)

Location: Remote/Onsite preference

Schedule: Part-time, 24-32 hours per week

Software Requirement: Sage Intacct experience required

We are looking for an experienced Grant Accountant to join our team in Edina, Minnesota. In this role, you will oversee financial activities related to grant funding, ensuring compliance with regulations and accurate reporting. As part of a non-profit organization, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while utilizing your expertise in accounting and grant management. This is a long-term , part time, contract position.

Key Responsibilities

Grant Accounting & Financial Oversight

Lead grant tracking, reporting, and compliance support in collaboration with the Finance Specialist.

Manage cash flow forecasting and monitoring, ensuring accurate projections.

Support budget development, oversight, and variance analysis for grant-funded programs.

Conduct deficit scenario planning and provide recommendations to leadership.

Prepare accurate monthly financial statements, grant reports, and board-ready materials.

Oversee the annual audit and Form 990 preparation, ensuring grant compliance documentation is complete.

Maintain and strengthen internal accounting controls, particularly around grant activity.

Operational Accounting Responsibilities

Review and approve monthly reconciliations, including grant-related accounts.

Approve payments and ensure compliance with internal policies and grant requirements.

Prepare and review journal entries, including grant allocations and revenue recognition.

Support month-end and year-end close processes.

Shared Responsibilities

Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processing.

Journal entries and routine accounting tasks.

Grant tracking, documentation, and reporting support.

Requirements

Qualifications

Sage Intacct experience is required.

5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with grant accounting strongly preferred.

Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and grant compliance requirements.

Experience preparing financial statements, budgets, and audit support.

Ability to work independently with minimal direction in a remote environment.

Strong communication skills and comfort presenting financial information.

Experience supervising or mentoring staff preferred.

Who Thrives in This Role

You're proactive, adaptable, and comfortable jumping into new processes quickly. You enjoy balancing grant accounting, financial oversight, and hands-on accounting work - and you bring a solutions-oriented mindset to every challenge.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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