Staff Accountant - Grants bei Everstand

What is this job? 

The Staff Accountant Grants (SAG) will support finance operations. This position ensures accurate grant accounting, financial reporting, and compliance with federal, state, and private funding requirements. You will work cross-functionally with Finance, Development, and Program teams to maintain fiscal integrity, strengthen internal controls, and ensure Everstand’s continued eligibility for critical grant funding

What is this company?  Everstand? 

Find joy and purpose in your career.  Join an inspired team of professionals who are transforming the lives of youth and enriching communities, one family at a time.  Everstand is not a federal or state agency. It is an independent, not-for-profit organization that serves over 1,000 children annually across 12 locations.  You would join about 600 teammates across DC, MD, PA, and WV who empower youth and their families to flourish within their community. 

What does the benefits package look like? 

• Accrue vacation at the rate of three weeks per year, plus two floating holidays to use, plus 10 paid holidays when Everstand is closed.  That is over 30 days of time off per calendar year! 
• Paid sick and bereavement leave
• Up to 3% annual match to retirement contributions
• Health insurance is available via CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield.  

What does this job do specifically?

• Approaches concerns, challenges, and opportunities with empathy, attention to detail, active listening, and curiosity.
• Consistently models EVERSTAND’s core values: Safety, Empathy, Relationships, and Impact.
• Honor differences, acknowledge uniqueness, and amplify all voices.
• Attend training and group experiences that strengthen Everstand’s commitment to staff wellness and belonging.
• Models the use of welcoming and respectful language.
• Consistently uses inclusive language in communication and documentation.

Grant Financial Management: 

• Maintain accurate financial records for all grants in accordance with organizational policies and grant requirements. 
• Prepare and manage grant-related budgets, forecasts, and expenditure reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Ensure timely submission of Federal Financial Reports (FFR) via the Payment Management System (PMS).
• Monitor and reconcile grant spending vs. budget, flagging potential variances and recommending corrective actions. The Grants Accountant will be the primary contact of the Subgrantees within the Finance team.
• Track grant receivables and deferred revenue to ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition.
• Lead/Support budget development for new grant proposals and renewals in collaboration with Development and Program teams. The Grants Accountant will be a lead in the development process by ensuring budgets are developed with up to date and projected financials that support the financial stability and operations of the program.
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  Coordinate with the funding entity’s grant administrator to ensure consistent application of funding guidance, resolving issues or problems that arise throughout grant administration. 
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  Integrates guidance, requested changes, and technical assistance provided by federal Grant Officer to current and future budget proposals.  
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  Assists in preparing budget revisions for federal grants by gathering financial data, reviewing allowable costs, and ensuring changes align with grant guidelines and program needs.
  
• Process the final grant closeout by conducting a final review of the award, making any necessary adjustments, and closing out the award in the grant management software (i.e. Payment Management System).
  

Compliance & Audit Support

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, funding requirements, and organizational policies (e.g., OMB Uniform Guidance for federal grants). 
• Serve as the grant subject matter expert for the Finance team. 

• Lead and prepare documentation for annual audits, program reviews, and funder monitoring visits.

• Maintain an up-to-date calendar of reporting and compliance deadlines, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
  
• Support implementation of internal audit recommendations related to grant management

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• A minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in grant accounting, nonprofit accounting, and/or financial management. 

• Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage Intacct is a plus. 

• Strong understanding of GAAP and OMB Uniform Guidance for federal funds. 

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 

• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with various teams. 

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with a minimum of 4 years of professional experience in grant accounting, nonprofit accounting, and/or financial management. 

• Experience working with grant management systems or tools. 

• Familiarity with federal grant processes, including pre- and post-award management. 

• Experience in nonprofit environments with a focus on social impact or community-focused projects. 

• Demonstrated ability to identify inefficiencies and improve processes related to grant accounting. 

This job description is a general outline of the duties and requirements involved in this role. A full job description will be provided to candidates during the interview process.

Everstand is an equal-opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. All eligible candidates, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply for vacancies as appropriate. 

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