Cost Accountant

## Company Description Incorporated in 1997 and based in Troy-Michigan, Excyl is a full service recruiting firm specializing in the placement of Technology (IT), Engineering, Clerical and Light Industrial professionals ## Job Description **Overview** The Cost Accountant ensures the integrity of federal grant expenditures by evaluating cost allocation methodologies, validating financial data, and ensuring compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 and client requirements. This role supports sound financial stewardship across hospitals, universities, tribal governments, and non‑profits. **Key Responsibilities** - Review and analyze Cost Allocation Plans (CAPs) and Indirect Cost Rate Proposals (IDCRPs). - Validate that costs are: - Allowable and reasonable - Properly documented - Compliant with federal grant requirements - Reconcile cost data with financial statements, budgets, and supporting records. - Identify and exclude unallowable costs from calculations. - Assist in evaluating cost distribution methods across multiple programs. - Support preparation of financial reports, findings, and recommendations. - Maintain accurate spreadsheets, tracking tools, and financial records. - Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders (including grant recipients). - Familiarity with federal cost principles, internal controls, and risk assessment. - Experience with federal audits (Single Audit, OIG, GAO). - Provide basic guidance on cost allocation and grant compliance. - Federal Government experience is mandatory. **Education** - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. - **CPA not required**. **Qualifications & Required Experience** - 7+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or grants management. - Hands-on experience with **direct and indirect cost allocation**. - Experience working with or supporting **grant requests** from: - Hospitals - Universities - Tribal entities - Non-profit organizations - Understanding of **federal grant regulations (2 CFR Part 200)** - Knowledge of GAAP and basic cost accounting principles. - Strong Excel, this includes pivot tables, lookups, data validation, and error‑checking. and data analysis skills. - Experience with financial systems (UFMS, PMS, GrantSolutions, or similar). - Good attention to detail and organizational skills. - Understanding of grant requests from hospitals, universities, tribal entities, and non-pofits. - Direct and indirect cost allocation. - **Federal Government experience is mandatory.** ## Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.