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Grant Accountant

YWCA Greater Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/23/2025

Description

We are looking for an experienced

Grant Accountant to join our team! Ideal for a motivated individual with a strong background in grant accounting and financial management. The role requires expertise in governmental accounting practices and proficiency with financial systems and reporting tools.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage grant accounting processes, ensuring compliance with state and federal financial regulations.
  • Prepare detailed financial reports and maintain accurate records for grant-related activities.
  • Perform month-end close procedures, including general ledger updates and journal entries.
  • Reconcile balance sheets and accounts to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to design and improve reporting processes.
  • Ensure proper documentation and tracking of government funding from multiple revenue sources.
  • Maintain and update electronic systems to record financial information efficiently.
  • Provide support for audits and ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in grant accounting or a related financial role.
  • Strong understanding of governmental accounting policies and procedures.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Power BI.
  • Ability to manage complex financial data and prepare accurate reports.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
  • Familiarity with federal grant management and reporting requirements.
  • Demonstrated ability to reconcile accounts and perform month-end close processes.

Job Type: Full-time

Base Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000

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