Assistant Director, Grants

Project Renewal•New York, NY

10d•$95,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Project Renewal is a leading non-profit organization with the mission of ending the cycle of homelessness by empowering individuals and families to renew their lives with health, homes, and jobs. Our comprehensive and integrated 24/7 programs are designed to offer the holistic care our clients need. With a staff of 950+ and an annual budget of over $150 million, Project Renewal is one of the larger social service nonprofits in New York City. Title: Assistant Director, Grants Program: Finance Salary Range: $95,000 - $105,000 Program Description: The financial department of the organization that tracks its revenue and expenses and guides the organization in the service of its mission. Overall Responsibilities: To lead the bookkeeping, accounting and reimbursement processes within the finance department of the organization with respect to its grant and contract revenue and expenses. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential duties of the Assistant Director of Grants include but are not limited to the following activities: Work collaboratively with Director of Grants on grant/contract renewals and other special projects as assigned. Review and provide oversight on all the Agency’s grant and contract budgets on Federal, New York State and New York City portals.Communicate with Funders and Program management on grants renewals and budgets guidelines.Assist grant accountants with year-end contract close outs and budget modifications. Work with HR in assuring new hires are coded to the correct budget lines to avoid overlapping and overspending on budgets. Management Grant Award submission of new award budgets and follow-up communication. Assist the Direct of Grants in the supervision of grant accountants/analysts in the Fiscal Department. Assist grant accountants in the timely submission of monthly claims for reimbursement, budget modifications and closeout packages. Communication with funding sources as necessary regarding matters relating to grant management. Liaison with contract and independent auditors. Assist in the preparation of the New York State Consolidated Fiscal Report. Proven experience in developing, managing, and analyzing operational budgets, with a strong record of ensuring compliance and aligning budget strategy with organizational objectives. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Budget development for funded and unfunded programs. Manage the receivables schedule for all funders Other special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
A minimum of 7 years’ experience in grant/contract management in a not-for-profit environment is required.
Must understand not-for-profit accounting and have experience in using automated general ledger packages.
Excellent communication and training skills required.
Proven experience in developing, managing, and analyzing operational budgets, with a strong record of ensuring compliance and aligning budget strategy with organizational objectives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated with the ability to independently set priorities and manage multiple tasks under minimal supervision in an effective and efficient manner, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment without sacrificing quality.
Excellent time-management, organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Collaborative spirit and ability to work with a variety of people and personalities.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with Director of Grants on grant/contract renewals and other special projects as assigned.
Review and provide oversight on all the Agency’s grant and contract budgets on Federal, New York State and New York City portals.
Communicate with Funders and Program management on grants renewals and budgets guidelines.
Assist grant accountants with year-end contract close outs and budget modifications.
Work with HR in assuring new hires are coded to the correct budget lines to avoid overlapping and overspending on budgets.
Management Grant Award submission of new award budgets and follow-up communication.
Assist the Direct of Grants in the supervision of grant accountants/analysts in the Fiscal Department.
Assist grant accountants in the timely submission of monthly claims for reimbursement, budget modifications and closeout packages.
Communication with funding sources as necessary regarding matters relating to grant management.
Liaison with contract and independent auditors.
Assist in the preparation of the New York State Consolidated Fiscal Report.
Proven experience in developing, managing, and analyzing operational budgets, with a strong record of ensuring compliance and aligning budget strategy with organizational objectives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Budget development for funded and unfunded programs.
Manage the receivables schedule for all funders
Other special projects as assigned.