Senior Grants Accountant - VTC

Where Finance Meets Mission

At NCIA, every dollar entrusted to us fuels opportunity for individuals to gain skills, build confidence, and pursue meaningful careers through our Vocational Training Centers (VTCs). Behind that impact is a finance team committed to stewardship, transparency, and excellence. We are seeking a Senior Grants Accountant who sees numbers not just as data, but as a way to advance lives.

Our VTC programs rely on federal, state, and private funding to deliver high quality vocational training and workforce development services. The Senior Grants Accountant ensures that these resources are managed with integrity, accuracy, and purpose. Your work directly supports individuals striving for independence and economic mobility and ensures that NCIA can continue to grow its mission.

This is more than accounting. It’s partnership. It’s accountability. It’s impact.

As the Senior Grants Accountant, you will be the financial backbone of our VTC grants portfolio. You will

• Oversee the full lifecycle of grant accounting for federal, state, and private awards

• Build accurate grant setups that reflect budgets, timelines, and compliance requirements

• Monitor spending and trends to ensure funds are used responsibly and strategically

• Prepare billings, reimbursement requests, and financial reports that tell a clear and accurate story

• Maintain audit ready documentation and support Single Audit and SEFA preparation

• Serve as a trusted partner to program leadership, helping them understand financial requirements and make informed decisions

• Strengthen internal controls and contribute to process improvements that elevate our grants management practices

Your work ensures that every grant dollar is used exactly as intended and that our programs can continue to change lives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 3 to 6 years of nonprofit grants accounting experience

• Strong knowledge of FASB revenue recognition standards (ASC 606 and ASC 958), including application to nonprofit grants and contributions

• Demonstrated experience applying Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), including allowable costs, cost principles, and grant compliance requirements

• Proven ability to analyze grant agreements to determine appropriate revenue recognition (exchange vs. contribution; conditional vs. unconditional)

• Experience supporting audits, including preparation of grant schedules and supporting documentation

• Strong understanding of restricted funding, compliance, and audit preparation

• Proficiency with Sage Intacct and advanced Excel skills

• A commitment to accuracy, organization, and ethical financial stewardship

• The ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with program teams and funders

At NCIA, you won’t just manage grants, you’ll help sustain programs that open doors for individuals seeking new skills, new careers, and new beginnings. If you’re a grants accountant who wants your work to matter on a human level, this role offers the chance to make a measurable difference every day.

At NCIA, we invest in the well-being and long-term success of our employees. Our benefits package is designed to provide meaningful support, not just coverage.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions of up to $1,000
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care expenses
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Program

• Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Voluntary supplemental coverage options

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match after one year of service

• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Paid personal leave days

• Tuition reimbursement program
• Scholarship opportunities for dependents of full-time staff

• Credit Union membership
• Access to financial wellness resources
• Free Parking 

You’ll be part of a supportive team that values quality, reliability, and pride in workmanship. Your role directly contributes to creating safe, clean, and functional environments for the people we serve.

NCIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. NCIA celebrates people from all walks of life and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or characteristics (or those of a family member), sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.