Grants Accounting and Compliance Specialist

Vander Weele Group

. Support compliance monitoring initiatives and perform rigorous compliance reviews .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $85,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in compliance monitoring, internal and external audits, and federal grant regulations, with a strong ability to analyze complex fiscal data and produce actionable recommendations. Proven track record in managing multiple projects efficiently while delivering exceptional client service.

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Compliance MonitoringFederal Grants KnowledgeInternal/External AuditsCritical ThinkingProject Management

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Hard Skills

Expense Reimbursement ReviewSampling MethodologiesTesting ProcessesDrafting Technical RecommendationsFinancial Data Analysis

Soft Skills

Constructive CommunicationTeam CollaborationTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Compliance MatricesMonitoring Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACFEDual CPA/CGMS Certification

Industry Keywords

Uniform GuidanceFederal Grant RulesGrants Management LifecycleHUDRegulatory Review

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support compliance monitoring initiatives and perform rigorous compliance reviews
Review and sample expense reimbursements for equipment, supplies, and personnel against Uniform Guidance and applicable laws
Produce clear, defensible testing reports
Participate in single-entity risk assessments by analyzing workflows, organizational capacity, and process documentation
Interview stakeholders to mitigate noncompliance, fraud, waste, and abuse risks
Test processes and internal controls to verify alignment with federal grant rules and project requirements
Draft actionable recommendations addressing auditing or monitoring deficiencies
Help develop monitoring tools and compliance matrices
Deliver positive, responsive client service
Monitor compliance with federal grant rules, regulations, state statutes, and procedures
Review, sample, and test financial and operational data using various sampling methodologies
Identify allowable versus unallowable expenditures
Draft technical recommendations and comprehensive reports summarizing testing results and audit findings within project timelines
Collaborate with management to implement solutions improving oversight
Attend project and client meetings
Manage work across multiple client assignments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting
CPA and CFE preferred
Dual CPA/CGMS certification is a significant plus
At least 7 years of experience performing internal/external audits, grants monitoring, compliance, or regulatory review work
Full grants management lifecycle experience and consulting experience a plus
Strong working knowledge of Federal grants and the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200)
HUD/CBG/DR/NSP/RHD/TAX CREDITS a plus
Outstanding critical thinking and academic-level writing skills
Ability to synthesize complex fiscal data into written recommendations
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently under strict deadlines
Constructive communication with clients and stakeholders