Staff Accountant Grants and Contracts

WASHINGTON COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES INC • South Barre, VT

7d • $30 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

WCMHS is seeking a Staff Accountant – Grants and Contracts to be responsible for the financial management, billing, and reporting of grant- and contract-funded programs. This role ensures accurate revenue recognition, compliance with funding requirements, and effective coordination with internal program staff and external grantors. The position plays a key role in maintaining the integrity of grant-related financial data and supporting organizational audit and reporting needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliations
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with both financial and non-financial staff
• The ability to deliver services and complete treatment notes in English

Nice To Haves

• nonprofit or grant accounting experience preferred
• Experience with grant billing, compliance, and reporting is highly desirable
• familiarity with nonprofit funding streams and contract compliance is preferred
• The incumbent should be detailed oriented and have the ability to analyze financial data and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Accounts Payable Specialist to ensure accurate vendor setup and proper 1099 classification for contracted services
• Prepare and issue annual IRS Form 1099s in compliance with federal requirements
• Perform grant billing functions (monthly, quarterly, or as required), ensuring timely and accurate invoicing across all assigned grants.
• Maintain effective working relationships with grantor contacts and serve as a point of contact for financial inquiries
• Monitor grant expenditures and provide regular reporting to program managers on over/under spending relative to budget
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports for program staff, department leaders, and senior leadership related to grants and contract
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the accounting and finance function

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• retirement
• a generous paid time off package including flexible holidays and 12 vacation days in year one.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level