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Grant Accounting Manager

Staffing Solutions Enterprises
Elyria, OH Contractor
POSTED ON 10/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/7/2026
Grants Accounting Manager

Temp-to-Hire | $38-$40/Hour

Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Hybrid Eligible After 90 Days

Start Date: November 2

Location: Elyria, OH

Are you an experienced grants accounting professional looking for your next leadership opportunity? We are seeking a Grants Accounting Manager to oversee the financial administration and compliance of a large grant portfolio while leading a small accounting team. This is a hands-on, working manager position responsible for the fiscal oversight of approximately 300 grants and restricted accounts.

This opportunity is available immediately due to an internal promotion and is ideal for someone with strong grant accounting expertise, advanced Excel skills, and a passion for compliance, reporting, and financial stewardship.

What You'll Do

  • Manage the overall fiscal integrity of federal, state, local, private, and restricted grant accounts.
  • Supervise and mentor a team of two Grants Accounting staff members.
  • Review grant award agreements and budgets to ensure proper account setup and compliance.
  • Oversee grant transactions, billing, collections, reporting, invoicing, and drawdowns.
  • Ensure compliance with grant regulations, cash management requirements, and funding guidelines.
  • Prepare and review financial reports, reconciliations, journal entries, and time and effort reporting.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert on grant accounting policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
  • Support internal and external audits and maintain audit-ready grant documentation.
  • Prepare annual and periodic budget appropriations for restricted programs.
  • Coordinate the preparation of SEFA and FFATA reporting.
  • Partner with departments across the organization to provide guidance and financial oversight related to grant-funded activities.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 4-7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
  • Previous grant accounting experience is required.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills (Excel assessment required).
  • Experience working with ERP systems.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Hiring Process

  • Initial Microsoft Teams interview
  • Final onsite interview

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role where you'll oversee a substantial grant portfolio, guide a growing team, and play a key role in ensuring financial compliance and accountability across a mission-driven organization.

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