Grants Financial Manager - Finance

TEXAS COUNCIL ON FAMILY VIOLENCE•Austin, TX

1d•$61,000 - $66,000

About The Position

The Texas Council on Family Violence (TCFV) is the only 501(c)(3) nonprofit coalition in Texas dedicated solely to creating safer communities and freedom from family violence. With a statewide reach and local impact, TCFV—through the collective strength of more than 1,000 members—shapes public policy, equips service providers, and advances strategic initiatives to end family violence. The Grants Financial Manager (GFM) serves as a key member of TCFV’s finance team, ensuring accurate and compliant financial management of the organization’s government grants and contracts. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the PA is responsible for grant billing, reconciliations, cost allocation, and project-level financial reporting in accordance with 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance), GAAP, and funder requirements. This mid-level position collaborates across departments to support fiscal accountability, accuracy, and transparency. This position also provides backup support for payroll and accounts payable to ensure the continuity of critical accounting operations.

Requirements

Texas Residency
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required; however, equivalent combination of education and directly related professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Minimum three to five (3–5) years of progressive accounting experience beyond education or in lieu of education, preferably in a nonprofit organization with multiple government grants.
Strong knowledge of OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), GAAP, and funder cost principles
Experience in grant billing, reconciliations, and cost allocations.
Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial staff.
High level of integrity, confidentiality, and commitment to TCFV’s mission.
Ability to communicate and converse in English.
Ability to work in both office and hybrid settings as approved by the supervisor.
Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work.
Some travel may be required for meetings or training.
Ability to communicate and converse in English.
Must possess emotional and physical stamina to deal with a variety of high- pressure situations, such as responding to complaints, handling difficult internal and external interaction, effectively working long and, at times, odd hours.

Nice To Haves

MIP Fund Accounting software experience a plus
Experience with federal and state grant billing systems and reporting portals.
Familiarity with, labor cost allocation, and vendor management.
Experience supporting audit preparation and financial compliance reviews.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and submit accurate and timely grant and contract billings in compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) and funder requirements.
Maintain detailed billing schedules, documentation, and reconciliations for all grant-funded projects.
Ensure compliance with the established Grants Financial Management and Reporting procedures.
Support monitoring of Monitor grant budgets.
Establish a 12-month calendar budget to use in identifying variances.
Record monthly grant revenues and expenditures accurately in the accounting system; process necessary adjustments as approved by the Controller.
Prepare and review variances and any spending adjustments with Program Directors on a monthly or as needed basis.
Maintain strong internal controls and documentation to support audit readiness.
Research and resolve billing discrepancies in collaboration with program staff and funding partners.
Ensure that recorded grants receivable matched with revenue recorded for the period.
Make timely follow up with grantors if receivable is over 90 days old.
Support the preparation of financial data and documentation for annual audits, including single audit compliance.
Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure proper recognition of grant revenues and expenses.
Maintain organized grant files and supporting documentation for audit and reporting purposes.
Serve as backup for payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate submission when the Controller is unavailable.
Reconcile payroll expenses to grant accounts, ensuring proper allocation of labor costs in compliance with funding and regulatory guidelines.
Serve as backup for the Accounts Payable Coordinator, processing invoices, vendor payments, and expense reimbursements as needed.
Collaborate with program staff to clarify budget coding, documentation needs, and spending requirements.
Provide financial information and guidance to staff regarding grant budgets, reporting deadlines, and allowable costs.
Support finance team initiatives to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and transparency in TCFV’s accounting systems and procedures.