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Senior Grant Accountant (Temporary)

CornerStone Professional Placement

Fort Worth, TX

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SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Software, Accounts Receivable, Billing, Budgeting, Communication Skills, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Expense Tracking, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Funding, General Ledger Accounting, Grant Awards, Grant Financials, Journal Entries, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Peoplesoft, Performance Reviews, Project Close-Out, Reconciliation, Systems Administration/Management, Time Management
LOCATION
Fort Worth, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

Role: Senior Grant Accountant
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Employment Type: Temporary
Duration: ASAP through August 2026 (possible extension)
Schedule: Onsite

CornerStone Professional Placement is seeking a Senior Grant Accountant to support post-award grant accounting and sponsored program financial operations for a short-term coverage need.

This is a hands-on accounting role supporting grant accounting activities, financial reporting, reconciliations, and sponsored funding operations. The team is looking for someone who can step in quickly, work independently, and support day-to-day accounting functions in a structured, compliance-focused environment.

What You’ll Be Doing
• Prepare and submit financial reports for grant-funded programs and projects
• Monitor expenditures and ensure compliance with funding guidelines
• Support month-end close activities including journal entries and reconciliations
• Review payroll and personnel-related expenses tied to funded programs
• Monitor billings and receivables related to sponsored funding
• Assist with audit support and project closeout activities
• Maintain project budgets and financial setup within accounting systems
• Partner with internal departments to support accounting operations and reporting

Must-Have Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 3+ years of accounting experience
• Experience with reconciliations, general ledger, and financial reporting
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to step into a new environment with minimal ramp time

Nice to Have
• Grant accounting or project-based accounting experience
• Experience working with externally funded programs or projects
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as PeopleSoft, Concur, or similar platforms
• Knowledge of compliance-focused accounting environments
• Experience supporting audits, reporting, or regulated funding processes

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