Grants Accounting and Compliance Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Assist in compliance monitoring efforts and conduct thorough compliance reviews.

• Evaluate and analyze expense reimbursements for equipment, supplies, and personnel in accordance with Uniform Guidance and relevant laws.

• Generate clear and defendable testing reports.

• Engage in single-entity risk assessments by assessing workflows, organizational capacity, and process documentation.

• Conduct interviews with stakeholders to reduce risks related to noncompliance, fraud, waste, and abuse.

• Examine processes and internal controls to ensure they align with federal grant regulations and project requirements.

• Create actionable recommendations to address any auditing or monitoring deficiencies.

• Assist in the development of monitoring tools and compliance matrices.

• Provide exceptional and responsive client service.

• Oversee compliance with federal grant regulations, state statutes, and established procedures.

• Review, sample, and analyze financial and operational data utilizing various sampling techniques.

• Distinguish between allowable and unallowable expenditures.

• Prepare technical recommendations and detailed reports summarizing testing outcomes and audit findings within project timelines.

• Collaborate with management to enhance oversight solutions.

• Participate in project and client meetings.

• Manage responsibilities across multiple client assignments.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting.

• CPA and CFE certifications are preferred.

• Dual CPA/CGMS certification is a significant advantage.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in internal/external audits, grants monitoring, compliance, or regulatory review.

• Experience with the full grants management lifecycle and consulting is a plus.

• Strong understanding of Federal grants and the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200).

• Knowledge of HUD/CBG/DR/NSP/RHD/TAX CREDITS is an advantage.

• Excellent critical thinking and advanced writing skills.

• Ability to distill complex financial data into written recommendations.

• Capability to work effectively in a team-oriented setting.

• Proficient in managing multiple projects efficiently under tight deadlines.

• Effective communication skills with clients and stakeholders.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Opportunities for professional development and certification support.

• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement plans.

• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment.