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Grants Accountant

4/30/2026

The Grants Accountant is responsible for managing the accuracy, compliance, and timely reimbursement of a diverse public funding portfolio. This includes preparing invoices for government contracts, monitoring grant budgets, and supporting financial reporting and audits.

Salary

78000 - 85000 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Mission: To foster resilience and wellbeing for all by connecting people to accessible and compassionate support. Crisis Connections has been at the heart of the Seattle-King County safety net for 50 years. We provide a variety of text, chat and phone-based support services that are free and easily accessible to anyone in our community experiencing crisis. Our service area includes King County and WA State. Our core services include: - King County 988 & Regional Crisis Lines: Immediate assistance for people experiencing emotional distress, mental health crisis, or considering suicide. All calls are anonymous and confidential. Available 24/7/365. - WA Recovery Help Line: A statewide resource for people struggling with mental health, substance abuse, or problem gambling. - King County 2-1-1: Provides expert assistance in finding community resources and health/human services. Need help but don’t know where to turn? Dial 2-1-1. - Teen Link: An anonymous and confidential help line for youth, answered by teen volunteers. Phone and chat are available every evening from 6-10pm. Teen Link also provides youth suicide prevention trainings in area schools. - WA Warm Line: A statewide peer support help line for people living with mental illness. - Survivors of Suicide: Support groups for anyone who's lost a loved one to suicide. For more information visit: www.crisisclinic.org -------- Crisis Connections is a non-profit agency registered with the Secretary of State as a charitable organization. We are state-licensed as an emergency telephone service and chemical dependency provider. We are accredited by the Alliance of Information & Referral Systems and CONTACT USA. Crisis Connections is an equal opportunity employer and service provider.
About the Role

Description

Grants Accountant

Full-Time | Hybrid (Seattle, WA)
Salary Range: $78,000–$85,000


Be part of something meaningful - and growing.


At Crisis Connections, our mission is simple and powerful: we connect people in physical, emotional, and financial crisis to the resources they need to survive and heal. Behind every successful program is strong financial stewardship, and that’s where you come in.


We’re seeking a Grants Accountant to play a critical role in sustaining and strengthening the funding that fuels our life-saving work. If you’re detail-driven, collaborative, and motivated by mission, this is an opportunity to make a real impact through your accounting expertise. 


What you’ll do

In this highly impactful role, you’ll ensure the accuracy, compliance, and timely reimbursement of our diverse public funding portfolio by:

  • Preparing and submitting invoices for 30+ government contracts (city, county, state, and federal)
  • Monitoring grant budgets and expenditures to ensure compliance with funder requirements
  • Supporting month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting
  • Collaborating with program and payroll teams to ensure accurate grant billings
  • Tracking accounts receivable and following up to support timely reimbursements
  • Maintaining strong documentation and supporting internal and external audits

You’ll work closely with the Accounting & Contracts Manager and be a trusted partner in maintaining the financial health of a mission-driven organization. 

Requirements

  

What you bring 

  • 5 years of experience in accounts receivable, staff accounting, or bookkeeping
  • Strong Excel skills and comfort with accounting systems (Sage Intacct a plus)
  • Experience with government contract billing and high-volume invoicing
  • Excellent organization, attention to detail, and deadline management skills
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

Preferred

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field

Why you’ll love working here

We believe thriving employees fuel a thriving mission. At Crisis Connections, you’ll join a collaborative, inclusive team that values authenticity, growth, and the communities we serve.


Learn more about our benefits here:  https://crisisconnections.org/get-involved/careers/benefits/ 

  

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re excited to use your accounting skills to support meaningful work and strengthen programs that change lives every day, we encourage you to apply.


Crisis Connections is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. 

Key Skills
Grants AccountingAccounts ReceivableStaff AccountingBookkeepingExcelSage IntacctGovernment Contract BillingInvoicingFinancial ReportingReconciliationsBudget MonitoringComplianceAudit SupportDeadline ManagementAnalytical Mindset
Categories
Finance & AccountingSocial ServicesGovernment & Public Sector
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