Grant Accountant

Community Action Lehigh Valley•Lower Saucon Township, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Grant Accountant will keep grant dollars organized, compliant, and ready to fuel real-world impact. This role exists to make sure every award is tracked cleanly—from setup to closeout—so programs can focus on people. Key responsibilities include managing grant budgets and cost allocations, preparing invoices and financial reports, reconciling accounts, supporting audits/monitoring, and partnering with program teams to keep documentation timely and accurate.

Requirements

Mid-level accounting experience (grant or fund accounting strongly preferred)
Strong Excel skills and comfort with accounting systems
Knowledge of GAAP and compliance basics for restricted funding
Clear, friendly communication and sharp attention to detail

Responsibilities

Managing grant budgets and cost allocations
Preparing invoices and financial reports
Reconciling accounts
Supporting audits/monitoring
Partnering with program teams to keep documentation timely and accurate

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage (Community Action covers 90% of employee health care costs)
Comprehensive prescription plans
Free telemedicine with board-certified doctors and mental health professionals
No-cost concierge services to help you navigate care
Agency-paid life insurance and long-term disability
Voluntary life insurance and short-term disability options
401(k) retirement plan with matching and an annual agency contribution of up to 7%
15 vacation days in year one (with more after 2nd and 5th anniversaries)
2 personal days annually
9 sick days annually
10 observed holidays