Senior, Compliance & Monitoring

HORNE•Topeka, KS

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior, Compliance & Monitoring supports the Public and Middle Market Compliance and Monitoring team by performing essential tasks related to the timely analysis, processing, and review of extensive grant compliance documentation required by federal regulations. This role manages databases, collaborates with program teams to resolve issues, communicates applicable federal regulations, and supports capacity-building initiatives. The Senior, Compliance & Monitoring provides technical assistance, prepares reports and presentations, and ensures the accuracy and maintenance of program records. The position requires strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as proficiency in technology and data analysis tools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, required
Three (3) or more years of professional office experience including finance, accounting, audit, and/or compliance, required
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel), required
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
Effective data analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
Ability to utilize program policies and procedures to quickly solve problems and ensure program compliance
Willingness to ask bold questions to inform policy, welcome feedback, and proactively collaborate with the team
Ability to meet daily and weekly production goals as set by the program
Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Self-starter dedicated to providing quality work in a timely manner
Ability to work in remote, office, or Horne offices as required
Ability to sit for prolonged periods and lift up to 15 pounds at times

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Urban Planning, Finance, Law, or similar field, preferred
Advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar field, preferred
Relevant experience in policy and compliance, emergency management, disaster recovery, mitigation, community planning, federally funded programs, housing, economic development, and/or infrastructure, preferred
Knowledge of ARPA and other federally funded programs, preferred
Proficiency in data analysis tools, preferred
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish, preferred

Responsibilities

Assists program and project analysts in planning and conducting internal QA/QC reviews of all programs and functions, and prepares detailed reports
Manages databases of reports, corrective actions, and other pertinent information in the system of record
Works closely with program teams to resolve identified issues to conclusion
Communicates applicable federal regulations to specific relief projects in collaboration with subject matter experts
Collaborates with internal teams, project staff, and consultants to identify and recommend training, technical assistance opportunities, insights, and expertise for policy, compliance, and other relevant training to staff and vendor personnel
Assists in the preparation of internal and external presentations and reports on an ad hoc, bi-weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
Provides overall support to capacity-building initiatives, including web-based seminars, printed manuals, group sessions, training videos, and more
Accepts responsibility for accuracy of data entry, accumulation, and maintenance of program records
Supports subject matter expert team with other tasks and efforts as needed
Other duties as required