Grant Accountant
Creative Financial Staffing
Suffern, NY · Posted November 7, 2026
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About the job
Grant Accountant
Location: Suffern, NY Industry: Healthcare Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
We are partnering with a healthcare organization seeking a detail-oriented Grant Accountant to join its accounting and finance team. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the financial administration of grants, ensuring accurate reporting, monitoring grant expenditures, and maintaining compliance with funding requirements.
This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional with grant experience looking to join an established organization and play an important role in supporting its financial operations.
Responsibilities
Manage the financial tracking and reporting of multiple grants and funding sources.
Monitor grant budgets, expenditures, and available funding to ensure compliance with approved budgets.
Prepare and maintain accurate grant-related financial records and supporting documentation.
Assist with the preparation and submission of financial reports to grantors.
Reconcile grant accounts and research any discrepancies.
Track grant expenses and ensure costs are appropriately allocated.
Monitor grant deadlines, funding requirements, and reporting schedules.
Assist with audits and provide grant-related documentation as needed.
Work closely with internal departments to ensure proper use and allocation of grant funding.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and other grant regulations and requirements.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
2+ years of accounting experience, ideally with grant accounting or grant administration.
Knowledge of grant reporting, budgeting, and compliance requirements.
Experience with general ledger reconciliations and journal entries.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
Healthcare or nonprofit industry experience is a plus.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Join an established healthcare organization.
Collaborative team environment.
Opportunity to take ownership of grant accounting functions.
Room for professional growth and development.
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