Grant Accountant

at Robert Half in CHICAGO, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description

Robert Half is seeking an interim Grants Accountant for a large non-profit company in the Chicago Loop

Responsibilities:

+ Request account unit(s) for grant from Business Office

+ Route grant checks to appropriate offices for deposit

+ Enter indirect cost allocations, match journal entries

+ Manage accounts payable and receivable activities for grant subcontracts

+ Meet with Principal Investigator/Project Director (PI/PD) when grant is awarded to review responsibilities for grant management and reporting

+ Subsequent meetings to maintain communication throughout and at the conclusion of the grant

Qualifications:

+ Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

+ Ability to communicate processes and procedures required of PI/PD in grant administration and management

+ Ability to manage multiple projects, to anticipate information needs of faculty and staff related to grants, and to respond to new situations

+ Must possess a high level of accuracy and be detail oriented

+ Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving and organizational skills

+ Ability to learn new software and technologies quickly

+ Knowledge of basic accounting skills; knowledge of Federal grant accounting standards is a plus

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half puts you in the best position to succeed by advocating on your behalf and promoting you to employers. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity – even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/mobile) and get 1-tap apply, instant notifications for AI-matched jobs, and more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

© 2023 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/terms-of-use) .