Staff Accountant (Grants) - Remote/MN preference

The Staff Accountant works as a member of the organization’s grants team to administer over $60 million annually in local, state, and Federal grants.  The position supports the organization’s mission by linking core business functions to the organization’s grant-funded projects. 

The Staff Accountant is responsible for post-award grant administration and related project accounting.  This position provides internal support and accounting functions to project managers for the organization’s government grants and cooperative agreements.  

Location:

Remote work opportunity with preference given to candidates in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Track progress toward financial and performance goals.
• Analyze, interpret, and disseminate data to evaluate progress.
• Review, approve, and allocate expenditures to grant agreements and associated projects. 
• Provide internal reports and guidance to project staff and management.
• Work closely with project staff and funding partners to prepare periodic reports.
• Gather financial information to prepare invoices and reimbursement requests.
• Reconcile project financial data to the organization’s accounting systems.
• Assist others in the Grants and Accounting Departments with special projects, annual audit, and other duties as assigned.