Finance Grant Manager

United Way for Greater Austin•Austin, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

United Way for Greater Austin brings our community together to break economic barriers and build opportunity for all. We break the cycle of economic hardships for families and individuals, striving to create a vibrant, thriving community. Recognizing the urgency of addressing economic challenges, we focus on increasing the availability of high-quality early care and education and access to pivotal resources to address financial barriers in Central Texas. Our united front includes dedicated donors, volunteers, corporate and civic partners, staff, and a connected network of neighbors. Together, we leverage data, community alliances, services, and public engagement to transform Central Texas, responding to urgent needs with lasting, impactful solutions. The Finance Grant Manager is an independent and detailed-oriented finance manager who ensures 100% grant financial compliance for United Way and funded subcontractors on federal, state, city, and private grants. The Finance Grant Manager is a member of the Finance and Planning Department and is one of the principal staff members responsible for financial systems, budgeting, and financial reporting for government and private grants. You will develop effective systems for submitting and monitoring funding and reimbursement requests to grantors and subcontractors and liaise with the grant program managers on issues related to the grant. You will ensure that the financials, invoices, and reporting to internal and external stakeholders for grants are effective, efficient, and accurate. The Finance Grants Manager reports to the Controller and the Chief Financial officer. You will also delegate to and oversee the work of any staff accountants assigned to work on grants.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Five years of progressively responsible experience in Accounting, preferably in a non-profit environment.
Minimum of two years experience with fiscal monitoring of grant contracts, preferably with state or federal grants or contracts
Knowledge of GAAP and Governmental Accounting Standards
Knowledge of Texas state and federal grant regulations, including Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards
An ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, problem solve and bring a high level of initiative and self-direction to work.
An ability to maintain regular and effective communication with colleagues and funders
Demonstrated experience with budget preparation, analysis, and financial reporting
Proficient in using computer software, including Microsoft Office, accounting software, and other tools

Nice To Haves

Willingness to function as an internal “service provider” to other staff

Responsibilities

Ensures 100% grant financial compliance for United Way and funded subcontractors on federal, state, city, and private grants.
Develops effective systems for submitting and monitoring funding and reimbursement requests to grantors and subcontractors.
Liaises with the grant program managers on issues related to the grant.
Ensures that the financials, invoices, and reporting to internal and external stakeholders for grants are effective, efficient, and accurate.
Delegates to and oversees the work of any staff accountants assigned to work on grants.