Grants Accountant
Community Access Unlimited • Elizabeth, New Jersey • Intern
Posted on Fri, Jun 26, 2026
GENERAL DESCRIPTION Responsible for development of budgets for all contract and grant submissions. Responsible for reporting including tracking of expenditures and producing required back-ups. Responsible for ensuring the agency is in compliance with all federal and state contracting requirements. Responsible for recording all accounting entries by program and reconciling internal budgets to contract submissions. Prepare annual internal budgets and schedules for financial audit on contracts. Communicate effectively with the Chief Financial Officer regarding status of work. Be able and flexible to work additional hours as needed to complete assignments. EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in accounting required. CPA or MBA preferred. Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in grants management and accounting. Not-for-profit experience is a plus. JOB TASKS
- Develop and produce all required weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc reports on a timely basis.
- Utilize advanced analytical skills to review reports and identify potential areas of opportunity and concern to senior and
executive management.
- Contribute to the development of the budget process in regards to grants and contracts.
- Communicate with government agencies and auditors as needed, and provide reports and documentation as requested.
- Maintain outstanding list of contracts and their deliverables.
- Create journal entries to record grants and contracts revenues and expenses.
- Meet contract submission deadlines consistently.
SHIFT Mon – Fri, 9 AM – 5 PM/evenings & weekends as needed. CAU full-time Benefits:
Medical Insurance- Benefits begin 1st of the month following 30 days of employment Dental Insurance- Benefits begin 1st of the month following 30 days of employment 401(K) with matching contribution if eligible Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Sick Leave Tuition Assistance- To support our staff in their career advancement and development. Employee of the Month Recognition Longevity/Anniversary Recognition Long-term Disability Insurance Short-term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) Project Assistance Loans/Grants- Interest free loans, if eligible. Wellness Benefit- As part of our commitment to your overall well-being, we’re proud to offer a Wellness Reimbursement Benefit. This program is designed to support your physical health by reimbursing eligible wellness-related expenses—because we believe that when you feel your best, you do your best! Bereavement Days Paid Holidays
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