Mid-Level Accountant (Federal Grant Financial Management & Compliance)

Mid-Level Accountants shall perform detailed financial analysis, reconciliation, and review support under general supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship or Green Card is required for this position due to federal contract requirements.

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

• 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, auditing, or cost accounting, and 3+ years of relevant federal experience.

• Experience supporting government financial & accounting evaluations, with a strong preference for experience in indirect cost rate reviews, cost allocation plans, or similar financial evaluations.

• Knowledge of basic Federal cost principles and familiarity with 2 CFR Part 200.

• Experience reconciling financial data & analysis/review of audited financial statements.

• Ability to prepare clear and accurate supporting documentation.

• The project is for a Federal agency and we need accountants with exposure to 2 CFR Part 200. Like professionals who understand federal grant financial management and compliance, not just general accounting.

An accountant supporting this work should typically have experience with the following:

Desired Knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200

• Uniform Guidance requirements for federal grants and cooperative agreements.

Typical Responsibilities

• Reviewing grant expenditures for allowability under 2 CFR Part 200.

• Monitoring recipient financial compliance.

• Reviewing budgets and budget modifications.

• Preparing or reviewing Federal Financial Reports (SF-425).

• Reconciling grant expenditures and drawdowns.

• Assessing indirect cost rates (NICRA) and application of indirect costs.

• Reviewing recipient internal controls and financial management systems.

• Supporting grant closeout activities.

• Assisting with audit findings and corrective action plans.

• Providing technical assistance to grant recipients on financial compliance.

General Requirements

• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools.

• Ability to work in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment.

• Experience supporting cost and financial transparency & maintaining documentation sufficient for Federal review.

• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance/credentials required to perform the job.