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Addison Group

Staff Accountant

Addison Group, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Job Title:

Staff Accountant - Grants Focus

Location:

Washington, DC

Job Type:

Contract to Hire

Length:

3-6 months before conversion

Compensation:

Hourly Pay: $30-$35 / hour

Salary Conversion: $65,000-$73,000 / year

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

About the Role Our client, a highly respected nonprofit association based in Washington, DC, is actively seeking a Staff Accountant to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization with national impact, collaborate within a large and well-established finance department, and further develop and refine your accounting skill set.

Work Environment

Location:

Washington, DC (downtown)

Schedule:

On-site, 5 days/week during contract period

Hours:

35-hour workweek, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (1-hour lunch)

Hybrid:

Eligible upon permanent conversion (after ~90 days)

Qualifications & Requirements

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)

Industry Experience:

Nonprofit accounting (required)

Technical Skills:

Microsoft Office 365 proficiency (required)

Advanced Excel skills (required)

Experience with iMIS & Great Plains (preferred)

Accounting Knowledge:

Fund accounting experience (strongly preferred)

Solid understanding of accounting principles and GAAP

Soft Skills:

Strong attention to detail

Excellent communication (written and verbal)

Strong organizational and administrative skills

Flexible, reliable, and able to collaborate with internal teams and external vendors

Compliance:

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required (historical documentation acceptable)

Core Responsibilities Grant Financial Management

Maintain accurate records of grant revenues and expenditures across multiple programs

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and private funder requirements

Monitor grant spending to ensure alignment with approved budgets and allowable costs

Reporting

Prepare timely and accurate financial reports for funders, program teams, and leadership

Assist with grant proposals and budget narratives

Monitor and analyze budget trends; provide cost-control recommendations

Accounting & Reconciliation

Record grant-related transactions in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards

Reconcile grant accounts and ensure proper expense allocation

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Prepare grant continuation documentation

Compile interim and final grant reports

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