Housing Connector

Senior Grants & Compliance Accountant

Housing Connector

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Denver • Colorado • United States

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Salary

💰 $98,000 - $113,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Own invoicing and financial reporting across government and philanthropic grants
  • Ensure alignment between contract requirements, budgets, and actuals
  • Track allowable vs. unallowable expenses in accordance with funder requirements
  • Review contracts to identify financial obligations, restrictions, and reporting requirements
  • Translate contract terms into clear financial workflows and tracking mechanisms
  • Maintain compliance calendars for reporting deadlines, registrations, and renewals
  • Prepare for and support single audits, compliance audits, and grant monitoring visits
  • Ensure documentation and reporting meet audit standards
  • Partner with external auditors and internal finance leadership
  • Build and improve systems to connect contracts, budgets, invoicing, and reporting
  • Support transition to and utilization of Sage Intacct for grant tracking
  • Simplify and standardize reporting processes across contracts
  • Partner with program, development, and market teams to align financial requirements with execution
  • Advise on funding restrictions and reporting expectations
  • Serve as the primary resource for financial interpretation of contracts

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in accounting, grants, or financial compliance
  • Experience managing grant invoicing, reporting, and audit support within a nonprofit environment
  • Strong understanding of grant compliance requirements, including interpreting and applying funding terms (e.g., Uniform Guidance / 2 CFR 200)
  • Experience managing restricted funds, cost allocation, and allowable vs. unallowable expenses
  • Experience managing reimbursement-based contracts, including invoicing and supporting documentation requirements
  • Experience working cross-functionally to align financial requirements with program or operational execution
  • Experience using accounting systems to track and report on grants (e.g., Sage Intacct or similar)
Benefits
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision plans. 100% employer-paid for employees and 50% for partners/dependents
  • 401(k) with Employer Match (6%) – Invest in your future
  • Generous Paid Time Off – 22+ days PTO (in first year alone) plus dedicated Community Service Leave
  • Extensive Holiday Schedule – 11 holidays plus a full week off in December
  • Paid Parental Leave – Paid leave to support growing families
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential resources for personal support
  • Life Insurance – Financial security for you and your loved ones
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, DCRA) – Health and dependent care expense accounts
  • Professional Development – $500 annual reimbursement
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
financial reportinginvoicinggrant compliancecost allocationrestricted funds managementaudit supportfinancial workflowsdocumentation standardsgrant trackingreporting processes
Soft Skills
communicationcollaborationorganizational skillsproblem-solvingattention to detailanalytical skillsinterpersonal skillsleadershipadaptabilitystrategic thinking