Description We are offering a long term contract employment opportunity for an Accountant in Albany, New York. Duties and responsibilities include monitoring the compliance of Federal and State rules and regulations for Federal grant awards and assisting with contract closeouts. Specific duties include but are not limited to the following: • Track receipt of required documentation and follow-up with internal fiscal staff and providers as necessary; • Review provider submitted financial reports for accuracy and fidelity to approved budget/award; • Work with agency fiscal staff and providers as necessary to resolve discrepancies in claims; • Identify problem areas and trends and develop solutions; • Assist in special studies with relation to fiscal internal controls and processes; • Prepare fiscal summary reports and analyses for OMH fiscal staff; • Work with agency finance staff to track and monitor expenditures and status of grant awards to ensure that funds are used efficiently, effectively, and in accordance with federal fiscal guidelines; • Assist agency finance staff with contract reviews to ensure proper documentation is received prior to contract execution; • Assist Contracts team with claim reviews using financial system generated control points for of annual direct contract closeouts. • Assist Contracts team with encumbrance related assignments for Direct Contracts on a quarterly basis. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, economics, finance, public administration, or a related field or equivalent in education and experience; AND • Two years of professional experience in the field of accounting, auditing, finance, economic, fiscal or statistical research; policy analysis; or quantitative, business, market or financial analysis. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Prior experience with federal grant regulations • Prior experience with federal grant claims and reimbursements Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .