What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grants and Public Funding Revenue Accountant position at Insight Housing?
Job Title: Grants & Public Funding Revenue Accountant
Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Department: Accounting
Reports to: CFO / Sr. Accountant
About Insight Housing
For over 50 years, Insight Housing has been a leader in providing housing, food, and support services to help individuals and families transition from homelessness to safe, affordable homes. Serving six Bay Area counties, our mission is to ease and end homelessness in our communities. Join a passionate team committed to making a meaningful impact every day.
Why This Role Matters
As the Grants & Public Funding Revenue Accountant, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health of Insight Housing. You’ll manage complex funding streams, including government grants and contracts, to support life-changing programs. This is an opportunity to combine your technical expertise with your passion for social impact, working alongside dedicated colleagues to create lasting change.
You'll work with complex, multifaceted contracts, build and maintain ERP automations, and collaborate with executive leadership. You'll have full ownership of revenue processes, contribute directly to cash flow and program success, and be part of a growing organization where your impact is visible and valued. If you're curious, driven, and eager to make a difference, this role is for you.
What You’ll Do
Key Responsibilities:
- Revenue Management: Accurately record, bill, and report revenue from government grants, cost-reimbursement contracts, and fee-for-service agreements.
- Grant Oversight: Manage the full lifecycle of government grants, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and GAAP standards.
- Billing & Reporting: Prepare and submit invoices, track deadlines, and maintain accurate records in NetSuite.
- Revenue Recognition: Apply ASC 958 and ASC 606 standards to ensure proper revenue recognition and compliance.
- Collaboration: Partner with program staff, funders, and leadership to maintain billing accuracy and protect cash flow.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline billing, reporting, and reconciliation processes.
- Data Analytics: Analyze and validate data from multiple sources, ensuring accuracy for billing and reporting.
- ERP Maintenance: Build, maintain, and optimize ERP automations to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Top 3 Must-Have Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum 8 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in revenue accounting, grant management, or contract billing with complex projects or programs.
- Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of GAAP and ASC 606, with experience managing multi-element contracts in NetSuite or similar ERP systems.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or MBA preferred).
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
- Experience with California government contracts and grant programs.
- Familiarity with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) and Single Audit requirements.
- Advanced Excel skills, including nested formulas, pivot tables, and Power BI dashboard creation.
- Prior experience in nonprofit, housing, or social services organizations.
- Knowledge of ASC 958
Core Competencies
- Analytical Thinking: Solve complex billing and revenue challenges with precision.
- Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy in all financial processes.
- Collaboration: Build trust with internal teams and external funders.
- Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
- Mission Alignment: Share our commitment to equity, integrity, and community impact.
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a difference. At Insight Housing, your work directly supports programs that transform lives. You’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team that values innovation, integrity, and compassion.
What’s in it for you?
- Engaging Work: Dive into complex, multifaceted contracts and grants that challenge and grow your expertise.
- Ownership: Take full agency over processes, automations, and ERP systems.
- Collaboration: Work closely with executive leadership, auditors, and program teams.
- Mission-Driven Impact: See the immediate results of your work in cash flow and program success.
- Growth Opportunities: Be at the forefront of building a high-performing department in a growing organization.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy generous time off, excellent benefits, and a supportive work environment.
Work Environment
This is a hybrid role based in Berkeley, CA. Team members typically work in-office 3-4 days per week, with Wednesdays as a key collaboration day.
Ready to bring your expertise and passion to Insight Housing? Apply today and help us build a brighter future for our communities!
This is a non-exempt role.
Compensation: $36.05 - $48.08/hr (annual equivalent $75-$100K when working on a full-time basis)
Compensation: $36.05 - $48.08/hr (annual equivalent $75-$100K when working on a full-time basis)
Salary : $36 - $100