Grants Manager /Project Accountant

Cherry Bekaert • Washington, DC

20d • Hybrid

About The Position

A mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking a seasoned Grants Manager Consultant to lead a short-term project focused on enhancing its grants management infrastructure. This is a high-impact opportunity to assess current practices, implement improvements, and train internal staff on best-in-class grant management processes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing grants management systems and processes.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, templates, tools, and internal controls to support grant acquisition and compliance.
• Conduct compliance reviews and ensure alignment with private foundation grant regulations.
• Advise on budgeting for both restricted and unrestricted funding.
• Collaborate with program and development teams to support proposal creation and budget accuracy.
• Train and mentor staff on grants management, budgeting, and compliance best practices.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed