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Senior Grant Accountant
Portland, MEApril 1st, 2026
We’re looking for a Senior Grant Accountant to take the lead on all things grant-related—accounting, reporting, and compliance. This person will manage a complex funding portfolio, ensure audit-ready financials, and act as the go-to resource for program teams and leadership.
What You’ll Be Doing
Grant Accounting & Compliance
Oversee the full lifecycle of grant accounting across multiple funding sources (state, federal, and private)
Ensure compliance with grant agreements and donor restrictions
Track and reconcile grant-related activity including expenses, revenue, receivables, and deferred revenue
Handle billing, reimbursements, and required financial reporting in line with funder expectations
Monitor budgets and provide variance analysis and guidance to program stakeholders
Financial Reporting & Close
Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules tied to grant activity
Play a key role in month-end and year-end close
Support audit deliverables, including Single Audit (SEFA) schedules and grantor requests
Assist with financial statement prep and internal reporting
Controls & Process Improvement
Maintain and strengthen internal controls around restricted and grant funds
Identify opportunities to improve processes, accuracy, and efficiency
Support proper grant setup in the system, including cost allocations
Collaboration & Leadership
Partner with program teams to advise on budgeting, allowability, and reporting
Act as a resource or mentor to junior staff when needed
Work alongside finance leadership on policies and compliance initiatives
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including strong exposure to grant accounting
Solid understanding of fund accounting and compliance requirements
Experience working with federal and/or state grants (Uniform Guidance knowledge is key)
Advanced Excel skills and comfort with accounting systems
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage competing deadlines
Nice to Have
Background in nonprofit, government, housing, or community-based organizations
CPA (or actively working toward it)
Experience supporting Single Audits
Familiarity with housing or community development funding
$85,000 - $95,000
Please email your resume for immediate consideration.
Tia McKeen, Senior Managing Director - Staffing
Timing is everything. Whether you are aggressively in a job search or simply passive for the ideal position, we would like to have the chance to share our opportunities with you. We specialize in placement for accounting and finance professionals. Many of our positions are not posted on the internet. Please contact me for more information about this role as well as other opportunities.
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