Grants Accountant and Senior Grants Accountant

Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida.

The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City’s mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service.

The City of Tallahassee’s workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.

Apply on or before 11:59 pm on Friday, November, 7, 2025

Join Our Team as a Grant Accountant – Make an Impact on City Programs!

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional with a passion for grants management? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your expertise helps shape meaningful city programs? If so, we want you on our team!

We are seeking a Grant Accountant to provide vital fiscal and grant support within the City’s Grants Management Division. In this role, you will play a key part in managing federal and state contracts and grants, ensuring compliance, and supporting the success of critical projects across the City.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct grant research and assist with project design, grant writing, and budget preparation.
  •    Prepare expenditure schedules, draft billing/drawdown reports, and monitor expenditures to ensure compliance.
  •    Oversee accounts receivables and revenue application, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in opening and closing projects.
  •    Provide technical assistance, review grant-related documents, and support staff training initiatives.
  •    Collaborate with internal and external partners, serving as a liaison between departments, administrators, and stakeholders.
  •    Act as a subject matter expert in grants management, with strong knowledge of GAAP, Federal CFRs, and applicable state and local regulations.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience as a Grant Accountant or Senior Grant Accountant, managing moderately complex federal and state grants.
  •    Solid understanding of grants management practices, accounting principles, and compliance requirements.
  •    Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to provide guidance and support across teams.

This is more than just an accounting role – it’s an opportunity to ensure critical programs receive the funding they need, while helping your colleagues navigate complex fiscal landscapes.

Minimum Training & Experience

Grants Accountant

Possession of a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration or a related field and two years of grants/accounting administration experience (such as monitoring of grant expenditures, fiscal administration and compliance related experience) or two years of experience as an accountant, budget analyst or auditor; or possession of an associate’s degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration or a related field and four years of grants/accounting administration experience (such as monitoring of grant expenditures, fiscal administration and compliance related experience) or four years of experience as an accountant, budget analyst or auditor, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. 

Senior Grants Accountant

Possession of a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, finance, or a related field; and five years of professional experience in grants administration, fiscal administration, management systems, budgeting, finance, accounting, procurement, and compliance related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. 

Salary Range

$20.8354 to $75.8988/hourly. 

Driver's License Requirements

Must possess a valid Class E State driver’s license at the time of appointment.

Benefits Information

The City of Tallahassee offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, parental, and catastrophic illness leave
• Defined benefit pension and defined contribution plans
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• Pre-paid legal, critical illness, and auto insurance plans          

For more information about benefits offered to eligible City employees, visit ALEX or 2025 Benefits Summary.

How To Apply

Visit Talgov.com/Employment click on the ‘Apply Today’ button, then navigate to ‘My Job Applications’ icon, and create an account. Only online applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the application, including the education and work history section, even if this information is included on your resume.

If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact the City’s Human Resources and Workforce Development Department at 850-891-8214. 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The City of Tallahassee is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting equity and celebrating diversity. The City of Tallahassee invites applications without regard to an individual’s race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Veterans’ Preference:

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/, or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214.To claim Veterans' Preference, applicants must upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.

Accommodation for Persons with a Disability:

If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City’s ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion, at 850-891-8950 or at [email protected] Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or TDD 711, at least 48 hours, (excluding weekends and holidays), prior to the application deadline.