Accountant - grant and fund accounting (Knoxville, TN)

Northwind Loom Property Management is looking for an Accountant. The job centres on grant and fund accounting for resident events, and it would suit someone who likes steady, practical work. You would join a small organisation of about 188 people based in Knoxville. What you will do • Track costs around vendor invoices against budget and explain variances to managers. • Review invoices and expense reports for accuracy before payment. • Prepare journal entries and support the month-end close on a fixed calendar. • Keep the chart of accounts and supporting files tidy so anyone can follow them. • Reconcile bank and vendor accounts each month, including anything tied to resident events, and clear open items. What we are looking for • A clear, patient way of explaining numbers to non-accountants. • Solid spreadsheet skills and comfort with an ERP or accounting system. • Two or more years of hands-on accounting experience. • Careful attention to detail and a habit of checking your own work. Nice to have • Experience with resident events. • A degree or certificate in accounting. Working arrangement • Contract for twelve months, with clear deliverables from the first week. • On site in Knoxville. • We will tell you what to expect at each step of the hiring process.