Posting DescriptionProgram: OperationsType: Full-timeExperience Level: Some ExperienceEducation: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field with minimum 5 years of accounting/financial work experience, preferably in a non-profit environmentPosition Type: PermanentSalary: $85,000 - $89,000. See details belowWorkplace: HybridSFEI is looking for a Grant Accountant to join our Grants and Contract team within the Operations department. We are looking for a detail-oriented Grant Accountant to oversee the financial management, compliance reporting, and reconciliation of various grants, including federal, state, and foundation funding. This role requires robust attention to accuracy and adherence to regulations, ensuring that all grant-related financial activities align with organizational policies and funding requirements.SFEI has $50M in government funded grants and contracts. We partner with federal, state, and local government agencies to provide essential data and knowledge to improve water quality and protect human and ecological health. We also have a growing development program that includes grants with philanthropic entities and non-governmental funders.The Grant Accountant will be responsible for processing accounting and financial transactions related to contract and grant management and maintaining contract and grant records in compliance with institutional and funder policies. The scope of responsibilities for this position will focus mainly on post-award financial management of a variety of funding sources.Primary Position ResponsibilitiesSetup, monitor,



and close out projects in compliance with requirementsTrack project expenses and prepare financial reports for fundersReconcile grant accounts with the general ledgerEnsure compliance with federal (e.G., Uniform Guidance), state, or private regulations and support the general and single auditComplex reporting and financial researchAnalyzing data for reporting using pivot tables, vlookup, xlookup and other functionsImplementing general ledger reconciliation and verification processReconnaissance and problem solving on project budget and accounting issuesReviewing weekly cash receipts in accounting system, as neededIssuing and filing annual 1099 forms for subcontractorsUnder supervision, preparing federal 425 formsUnder supervision, preparing the federal Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate (NICRA) rate and reconciliationWork with program staff to manage funder requirements and financial reportingProactively applying effective interpersonal skills and available technology to facilitate and expedite the integration, communication,



and coordination of all information and activities related to administration of contracts and grantsMay assist with upgrade of existing accounting softwareOther organizational financial and general accounting responsibilities, as neededWe will consider a fully remote work schedule, though hybrid (2-3 days in the office) is preferred.If you are excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our other roles.QualificationsRequired SkillsAbility to independently gather required information to organize and perform accounting and financial analysis assignmentsAbility to perform complex financial analysis and customized reportingGeneral understanding of grant administration guidelines for Federal and non-Federal fundersDemonstrated competence in the use of accounting software including data retrieval and data analysisProficiency in Google Sheets (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)Ability to manage a significant volume of transactionsStrong interpersonal, analytical, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills; service orientation; attention to detailDemonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal, and reporting principlesDemonstrated knowledge of effective grant funding processes, procedures, and techniquesPreferred SkillsSome foundation grant reporting experience may be helpfulRequired ExperienceBachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related fieldMinimum 5 years of accounting/financial work experience, preferably in a non-profit environment#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Grant Accountant Ii Ops 2026-02 - $85,000 - $89,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Sfei
📍 Winnipeg