Grants Manager

Riverbend Community Mental Health•Concord, NH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive Grants Manager to anchor the financial administration and compliance of our grant-funded programs. As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center (CCBHC), our work transforms lives and strengthens our community. In this role, you will serve as the core financial bridge between our funding partners, Finance, and program leadership. If you love tracking complex budgets, ensuring seamless compliance, and empowering life-changing behavioral health services through sound financial strategy, we want you on our team! Make a real impact—every single day. Join one of the state’s largest and most respected community mental health providers, where your work directly changes the lives of local individuals and families. At Riverbend, you’re not just filling a role—you’re helping transform lives and strengthen our community. At Riverbend, you’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team that is deeply committed to both client care and employee growth. We foster a supportive and inclusive environment where your voice matters, your contributions are recognized, and your career can thrive. If you’re looking for meaningful work, a strong team culture, and real opportunities for professional growth through training, certifications, and advancement—Riverbend is the place to build your future while making a difference.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, business administration, or a related field
Three to five (3–5) years of experience in grants financial management, nonprofit finance, government contracting, healthcare finance, accounting, or a related field.
Experience with CCBHCs, FQHCs, behavioral health, healthcare, human services, or other federally/state-funded programs.
Familiarity with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)
A combination of Education and experience is considered.

Nice To Haves

Proven background in financial management, grant administration, and compliance (experience within healthcare, behavioral health, CCBHCs, FQHCs, or non-profit finance is strongly preferred).
Familiarity with government funding regulations, including Uniform Guidance and federal/state grant reporting requirements.
Exceptional budgeting, forecasting, and reconciliation skills with a meticulous eye for financial variances and data integrity.
Strong communication skills with the ability to partner seamlessly with both financial professionals and clinical/program staff.
Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple competing deadlines across a diverse portfolio of awards.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary Finance contact for all grants.
Review awards and budgets, monitor expenditures against funding, build budget-to-actual variance analyses, and drive forecasting and budget revisions.
Coordinate invoice submissions, drawdowns, and reimbursement requests.
Reconcile grant revenue and accounts receivable and partner with Accounting to ensure accurate general ledger reporting.
Ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance and funder rules.
Maintain pristine, audit-ready financial files, manage cost-sharing/matching requirements, and spearhead audit preparations.
Lead financial closeouts, resolve lingering commitments, and support executive leadership in forecasting long-term financial sustainability and program renewals.
Partner with clinical, quality, and data teams to align spending with approved scopes of work.
Translate dense financial compliance guidelines into clear, actionable insights for program staff.
Build dynamic financial dashboards, analyze spending trends, and pioneer improvements to internal controls and grant management workflows.

Benefits

Choice of 3 Medical plans
Prescriptions Benefits
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Flex Spending Account (FSA)
Doctor on Demand
Harvard Pilgrim Well-Being Program Benefits
Choice of 2 Dental plans
Vision Plan
Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life, and Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual and Extended Illness Leave
8 Paid Holidays
403(b) Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition reimbursement, discounts on tuition through partnered colleges and training opportunities to grow your career
Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and NH State Loan Repayment Program
Structured clinical supervision, ongoing training, and a collaborative environment designed to help Graduate Level, license-eligible clinicians build skills, confidence, and a long-term career.