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Grant Accountant

CFS, New York City, NY, United States

Duration: Full Time


Why This Opportunity Stands Out



  • Direct reporting to a proactive manager with strong team inclusion culture

  • Role is central to billing and revenue for a respected nonprofit supporting city programs

  • Be part of a finance team of 35+ within a 2,000-employee organization

  • High visibility, with duties critical to city contract operations


The Perks of the Grant Accountant Role



  • Competitive salary and benefits

  • Hybrid: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Midtown Manhattan, in-office Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, remote Mondays and Fridays

  • Immediate start available for qualified candidates

  • Collaborative, mission-driven finance department with panel input and rapid feedback


Key Responsibilities of the Grant Accountant



  • Handle billing processes tied to city contracts, working directly from the general ledger

  • Manage data pulls from city system for monthly invoicing

  • Liaise with internal teams to ensure accurate and timely revenue tracking for nonprofit programs

  • Support audit preparation and documentation

  • Manipulate and analyze large financial datasets using advanced Excel skills


Skills/Experience



  • Minimum two years of experience in nonprofit finance with responsibility for city contract billing

  • Hands-on experience with major nonprofit or city contract systems such as PASSPort or HHS Accelerator

  • Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, SUMIFS, large data sets)

  • Strong work ethic, motivation, and commitment to learning and team contribution



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