Incorporated in 1997 and based in Troy-Michigan, Excyl is a full service recruiting firm specializing in the placement of Technology (IT), Engineering, Clerical and Light Industrial professionals
Job DescriptionOverview
The Cost Accountant ensures the integrity of federal grant expenditures by evaluating cost allocation methodologies, validating financial data, and ensuring compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 and client requirements. This role supports sound financial stewardship across hospitals, universities, tribal governments, and non‑profits.
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.
- Federal Government experience is mandatory.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
- CPA not required.
Qualifications & Required Experience
- 7+ 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)
- 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-pofits.
- Direct and indirect cost allocation.
- Federal Government experience is mandatory.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or grants management
- Federal Government experience
- Hands-on experience with direct and indirect cost allocation
- Understanding of federal grant regulations (2 CFR Part 200)
- Experience with federal audits (Single Audit, OIG, GAO)
- Knowledge of GAAP and basic cost accounting principles
- Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data validation, error-checking)
- Experience with financial systems (UFMS, PMS, GrantSolutions, or similar)
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
What We Do
Incorporated in 1997, based in Troy-Michigan, Excyl, Inc is a full service recruiting firm specializing in the placement of Technology (IT) Engineering and LI professionals. Started with the principle of providing outstanding service in identifying and delivering IT resources, the company has continuous and impressive growth even through tough economic recession and has been adaptive to respond to the rapid and continual changes that technology brings to the world. We are a team comprised of well seasoned individuals providing custom employment solutions for employees and employers. So, whether you’re looking for full-time professionals or temporary employees, count on our expert recruiting solutions to help you solve your unique business challenges. With close to 20 years of staffing proficiency, we are leader in providing staffing solutions on a Permanent, Temp-to-Perm, and Temporary basis As a full service recruiting firm specializing in the placement of IT and Engineering professionals, we work relentlessly and systematically to exhaust every avenue in bringing our clients the best available talent, our approach is substantial, our passion, enthusiasm and dedication is evident. Our purpose is to form successful work relationships in each market we serve by providing best-in-class, extra-mile service to our valued clients and associate employees. We strive to be a trusted business partner and work hard to ensure you realize significant business value for your investment-both today and into the future.
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