Senior Grant Compliance Manager

YWCA Seattle King Snohomish • Issaquah, WA

4d • Remote

About The Position

YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Grant Compliance Manager to lead and elevate its grant compliance function. This role involves building, modernizing, and strengthening a critical organizational function that supports millions of dollars in public and private grant funding annually. The ideal candidate will create structure, design efficient processes, improve internal controls, and partner across departments to build sustainable systems. This position will lead grant compliance efforts across the organization, serving as a trusted advisor on regulatory requirements, financial stewardship, and organizational risk. Success requires technical expertise and the ability to influence, collaborate, and drive continuous improvement. The role is remote, with the Issaquah Office serving as the designated work location. Occasional on-site attendance may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Nonprofit Management, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressively responsible experience in grant management, compliance, auditing, or nonprofit administration.
• Experience managing federal, state, and private foundation grants.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles and grant regulations.
• Experience with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
• Strong understanding of grant compliance requirements and nonprofit regulations.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret complex grant agreements and regulatory requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, grant management tools, and Accounting ERP software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to build and maintain trusted partnerships across departments, serving as a collaborative compliance resource.
• Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements, grant conditions, and compliance obligations into clear, accessible language tailored to diverse audiences ranging from program staff to senior leadership and external auditors.
• Employees are at risk of secondary trauma and are encouraged to seek external support and maintain self-care when working indirectly or directly with clients.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS) or similar professional certification.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license preferred.
• Experience with federal grant compliance and Single Audit requirements.
• Experience working in a mission-driven nonprofit environment.
• Experience with grant billing, including oversight of grant billing staff and/or direct preparation of grant billings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously improve YWCA's organization-wide grant compliance program.
• Develop long-term strategies that strengthen compliance infrastructure while supporting organizational growth.
• Serve as the organization's subject matter expert on federal, state, local, and private grant compliance requirements.
• Build collaborative partnerships across Finance, Programs, Development, and Executive Leadership to promote organizational accountability and compliance.
• Monitor grant-funded programs to ensure compliance with grant agreements, funding regulations, and organizational policies.
• Review grant terms and conditions and communicate compliance requirements to program and administrative staff.
• Develop and maintain compliance tracking systems for reporting deadlines, deliverables, and grant obligations.
• Conduct periodic internal compliance reviews and risk assessments.
• Identify potential compliance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Finance and Program Departments to ensure grant expenditures are allowable, allocable, reasonable, and properly documented.
• Review financial reports, budgets, and supporting documentation for compliance with funding requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of grant budgets, modifications, and budget revisions.
• Support annual audits and monitoring visits related to grant-funded programs.
• Coordinate and prepare timely grant reports for funders, including financial and programmatic reporting.
• Maintain accurate and organized grant files and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with record retention policies and funder requirements.
• Prepare documentation and responses for grantor inquiries and site visits.
• Manage Single Audit requirements and complete PBC schedules and supporting documentation.
• Evaluate current grant administration practices and identify opportunities for modernization.
• Design scalable workflows, templates, policies, and procedures that improve efficiency and reduce organizational risk.
• Develop internal controls that strengthen compliance while supporting operational effectiveness.
• Partner with Finance and Program Leadership to streamline grant management processes from award through closeout.
• Champion continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to leverage technology, automation, and reporting tools.
• Monitor changes in grant regulations and funding requirements.
• Assess organizational compliance risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Investigate compliance concerns and coordinate corrective action plans as necessary.
• Support organizational readiness for audits, monitoring reviews, and regulatory inspections.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Retirement plan
• Generous vacation
• Holiday leave
• Sick leave plans
• Fidelity 403b Plan (voluntary enrollment at hire)
• YWCA Retirement Fund participation after two years of employment with a 14% employer contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior