REMOTE::Cost Accountant – Federal Grants

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No Travel Required

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Skills

Cost Accounting
Data Validation
Distribution
Financial Software
Finance
Grant Management
Internal Control
Certified Public Accountant
Communication
Financial Management
Attention To Detail
Financial Statements
Management

Summary

Job Title: Cost Accountant – Federal Grants

Location: Washington D.C (Remote)

long term contract role

Remote Role

Ability to start within 2-3 weeks

Please send the resume to .

Overview

Key Responsibilities

Review and analyze Cost Allocation Plans (CAPs) and Indirect Cost Rate Proposals (IDCRPs).
Validate that costs are:
Allowable and reasonable
Properly documented
Compliant with federal grant requirements
Reconcile cost data with financial statements, budgets, and supporting records.
Identify and exclude unallowable costs from calculations.
Assist in evaluating cost distribution methods across multiple programs.
Support preparation of financial reports, findings, and recommendations.
Maintain accurate spreadsheets, tracking tools, and financial records.
Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders (including grant recipients).
Familiarity with federal cost principles, internal controls, and risk assessment.
Experience with federal audits (Single Audit, OIG, GAO).
Provide basic guidance on cost allocation and grant compliance.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
CPA not required.

Qualifications & Required Experience

3–5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or grants management.
Hands-on experience with direct and indirect cost allocation.
Experience working with or supporting grant requests from:
Hospitals
Universities
Tribal entities
Non-profit organizations
Understanding of federal grant regulations (2 CFR Part 200 preferred).
Knowledge of GAAP and basic cost accounting principles.
Strong Excel, this includes pivot tables, lookups, data validation, and error‑checking. and data analysis skills.
Experience with financial systems (UFMS, PMS, GrantSolutions, or similar).
Good attention to detail and organizational skills.
Understanding of grant requests from hospitals, universities, tribal entities, and non-profits.
Direct and indirect cost allocation.

Preferred Skills

Exposure to Cost Allocation Plans or indirect rate calculations.
Experience with grants management or financial systems.
Ability to analyze financial data and explain findings clearly.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments in a compliance‑driven environment
Exposure to federal financial management standards (OMB Circulars, client Grants Policy Statement)

Thanks

Charan

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Position Id: 8925465
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