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Job Title: Remote Grant Controller
Location: Remote, Illinois (Remote Based)
Hiring Company:
Job Title: Grant Controller
Job ID: 1050411
Date Posted: March 4, 2026
Employment Type: Full-time (W2)
Hiring Company: Confidential
Location: US Remote
Applicants must be located in the United States.
Base Salary: $90,000 – $120,000 per year (USD)
Final offer depends on experience, expertise, and geographic location.
Role Summary
Are you an expert in grant accounting with an entrepreneurial spirit? A leading startup advisory firm is seeking a Grant Controller to support venture-backed companies (Seed through Series C). This is a hands-on leadership role where you will design and implement accounting systems from scratch, ensuring that cutting-edge startups can navigate the complexities of government contracts and grant compliance while they scale.
Key Responsibilities
- Grant & Contract Management: Oversee accounting for grants and government contracts, including DCAA compliance (pre- and post-award) and segregation of direct/indirect costs.
- System Implementation: Map out client needs, select appropriate accounting systems, and lead the full-cycle implementation and setup.
- Revenue Recognition: Apply ASC 606 and ASC 842 standards, specifically managing revenue recognition based on grant documents, funder restrictions, and milestones.
- Financial Oversight: Oversee monthly and yearly closes, consolidate financial statements, and review high-risk accounts including unrealized gains/losses and equity reconciliations.
- Team Leadership: Manage accountants and processes for multiple clients, providing coaching to junior staff and ensuring delivery excellence.
- Strategic Advisory: Translate complex accounting topics into actionable data for founders and establish yourself as a “Trusted Partner.”
Qualifications/Requirements
- Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, specifically within a Grant Controller or similar capacity.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Technical Mastery: Deep understanding of GAAP, grant compliance, and DCAA standards. Familiarity with equity accounting (Stock, Convertible Notes) is essential.
- Startup Mindset: Ability to “context shift” between a variety of clients and thrive in an agile, fast-paced environment.
- Bonus: CPA or CMA certification is a significant plus.
Compensation/Benefits
- Remote-First Culture: Work from your home office or anywhere in the US.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision (including dependents), plus Disability Insurance.
- Wealth Building: 401(k) plan with a company match.
- Support: Flexible PTO, flexible work schedules, and a generous home office expense reimbursement.
Why This Opportunity is Different
This role sits at the intersection of high-level compliance and startup innovation. You aren’t just maintaining books; you are helping founders who have raised billions of dollars turn their world-changing dreams into reality. You’ll be part of a collaborative, remote-first team of nearly 200 professionals who prioritize empathy and fresh perspectives over corporate rigidity.