Accounting & Grants Manager

Accounting & Grants Manager

Location New York, NY 10036 Date Posted October 27, 2026 Job ID 15867 Employment Type Contract To Hire Pay rate $53/hour

Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an Accounting & Grants Manager for a well-established nonprofit professional association supporting impactful programs and initiatives throughout New York City. This is a full-time, 3-month contract-to-hire opportunity offering fully remote flexibility, with candidates based in New York State strongly preferred. The organization is headquartered in New York City, with occasional onsite collaboration welcomed but not required.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Accounting & Grants Manager will oversee grant accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance for approximately 40 government and foundation grants. Reporting to the Controller, this role will manage the full grant financial lifecycle while supporting broader accounting operations and supervising a small team. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit accounting expertise, experience managing New York State and NYC grants, and proficiency with NetSuite and NSPB.

PERKS:

• Competitive conversion salary of $80,000-$110,000, with flexibility based on experience and CPA credentials.

• Fully remote opportunity, with New York State candidates preferred.

• 3-month contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for permanent conversion.

• Meaningful work supporting mission-driven nonprofit programs and community initiatives.

• Leadership opportunity overseeing a small accounting team and improving financial processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee accounting, financial administration, and compliance for approximately 40 federal, New York State, NYC, and private foundation grants.

• Manage grant budgets, reconciliations, reimbursements, financial reporting, expenditure tracking, and grant closeout.

• Partner with program leadership to monitor grant spending, ensure funding compliance, and prepare budget-to-actual reporting.

• Support month-end and year-end close, financial statements, annual audits, organizational budgeting, and regulatory filings.

• Supervise 1-2 accounting professionals, providing guidance, training, and oversight.

• Strengthen internal controls, improve accounting workflows, and optimize financial reporting through NetSuite and NSPB.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong nonprofit accounting experience, including grant accounting, restricted funds, financial reporting, budgeting, and audits.

• Required experience with New York State and NYC grants, along with federal and private foundation funding requirements.

• Hands-on proficiency with NetSuite, NetSuite Planning and Budgeting (NSPB), and advanced Microsoft Excel.

• Knowledge of federal Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), grant compliance, and financial controls.

• Demonstrated accounting leadership, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities; CPA preferred.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This is a 3-month contract-to-hire position with an anticipated permanent salary of $80,000-$110,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. The role offers fully remote flexibility, employer-provided equipment, and a Monday-Friday schedule of 8:30 AM-5:00 PM Eastern Time. Permanent conversion is anticipated following successful completion of the initial assignment, with additional benefits to be discussed during the interview process.

HOW TO APPLY:

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here!

Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.

We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.

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