Contract Accountant

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Contract Accountant supporting a nonprofit’s budgets, billings, grants, reconciliations, and audits in New York City. Preparing financial reports and general ledger entries for program management and funding agencies.

Posted 8/15/2026full-timeBrooklyn, New York City, The Bronx • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $0 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in budget preparation, financial analysis, and reporting within a not-for-profit environment. Proficient in managing expenditures, reconciling accounts, and collaborating effectively with various stakeholders.

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Budget PreparationFinancial AnalysisGeneral Ledger ReconciliationMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyNot-For-Profit Experience

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Hard Skills

Budget Proposal PreparationMonthly Billing ReportsExpenditure Variance MonitoringFinancial Statement PreparationAudit Support SchedulesCFR ReportingSSOP ReportingBank ReconciliationGrant ReconciliationAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationCollaborative Work

Tools & Technologies

HHS AcceleratorGreat Plains Dynamic

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in AccountingCPA (Desirable)

Industry Keywords

Not-For-ProfitContract BillingAnnual AuditsFunding SourcesProgram Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and monthly billings for programs with program management
Prepare new budget proposals as necessary
Prepare monthly budget-to-actual analyses
Prepare monthly billing reports
Prepare and submit budget modification requests
Monitor expenditure variances and advise program directors on spending
Prepare program financial statements for funding sources or program management
Prepare supporting schedules and analyses for annual audit reviews
Review financial information for programs and report regularly to finance staff and program management
Record general ledger entries, including salaries, revenue, and bank reconciliations
Prepare supporting schedules and miscellaneous reports for funding sources
Prepare year-end reports for annual audits, including salary reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and leave accruals
Assist with salary details and schedules for CFR and SSOP reports
Assist with supporting schedules for Uniform Guidance reports
Reconcile grants, regular billings, and the general ledger
Prepare bank reconciliations
Perform other related duties assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science or higher degree in Accounting
At least 3–5 years of experience in a not-for-profit setting with contract billing
CPA desirable but not a requirement
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with HHS Accelerator/Passport helpful
Experience with CFR and SSOP helpful
Experience with Great Plains Dynamic helpful but not essential
Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
Strong verbal and written skills
Ability to work collaboratively with employees, management, and external agencies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary structure
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
PTO policy (11 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation & Paid Personal Days)
Remote / flexible work options (If applicable)