Accountant - grant and fund accounting (Madison, WI)

We are growing our team at Fernwood Cross Facilities and adding an Accountant whose main responsibility will be grant and fund accounting. Clear communication between supervisors and crews matters. What you will do • Reconcile bank and vendor accounts each month, including anything tied to contractor visits, and clear open items. • Build schedules for the annual audit and answer the auditors' questions. • Keep the chart of accounts and supporting files tidy so anyone can follow them. • Prepare journal entries and support the month-end close on a fixed calendar. • Track costs around customer sites against budget and explain variances to managers. What we are looking for • Solid spreadsheet skills and comfort with an ERP or accounting system. • Careful attention to detail and a habit of checking your own work. • A clear, patient way of explaining numbers to non-accountants. • Two or more years of hands-on accounting experience. Nice to have • A degree or certificate in accounting. • Experience with contractor visits. Working arrangement • Part-time, about 20 hours a week, with flexible days. • On site in Madison. • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.