Grants Cost Accountant
Not Disclosed•ContractorOn-site
location_onBriar Lane, Kingston, South Kingstown, South County, Rhode Island, 02881, United States
About the Role
We are seeking a Grants Cost Accountant to support sponsored program financial operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Kingston, Rhode Island. This role is critical for strengthening grant-related accounting practices, maintaining compliance with applicable regulations, and ensuring accurate billing, reporting, and reconciliations across sponsored awards.
The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in grant accounting and federal award administration, along with the ability to interpret complex funding requirements and provide dependable financial guidance to university operations. You will guide the application of cost accounting practices, evaluate service center methodologies, and manage invoicing and collections for externally funded grants in accordance with sponsor terms and institutional policy.
About the Organization
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm, connecting highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary, and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing, creative, legal, and administrative roles. Our mission is to put you in the best position to succeed by providing access to top jobs, competitive compensation, and free online training.
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Equal Opportunity
Robert Half is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Briar Lane, Kingston, South Kingstown, South County, Rhode Island, 02881, United States
South Kingstown, Rhode Island
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleGuide application of cost accounting practices across sponsored program expenses
- check_circleEvaluate service center and recharge rate methodologies for institutional rate development
- check_circleMaintain financial controls and provide operational support for grant-related accounting systems
- check_circleReview financial procedures to confirm alignment with federal, state, and university compliance requirements
- check_circleAnalyze award and contract terms to determine billing obligations and reporting expectations
- check_circleManage invoicing and collections for externally funded grants and contracts
- check_circleSupport oversight of sponsored program billing and receivables activities including issue resolution
- check_circleAssist with month-end and year-end close activities for grants including reconciliations
- check_circleContribute to audit preparation by assembling documentation for financial statement and single audits
- check_circlePrepare management reporting, expenditure schedules, and financial projections highlighting trends and risks
Requirements
- verifiedExperience in grant accounting, grant administration, or sponsored program finance
- verifiedWorking knowledge of federal grant compliance requirements including Uniform Guidance and Single Audit
- verifiedProficiency in financial reconciliation and accounting reports
- verifiedAbility to interpret grant agreements and funding terms
- verifiedFamiliarity with government grants and externally sponsored awards
- verifiedLegal authorization to work in the United States
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurancecheck_circle401(k) plan eligibility for hired contract/temporary professionals
