Grants and Contracts Manager

Job Type: Salaried, Full-Time with Benefits

Reports to: Executive Director

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in grants management, preferably with a focus on federal and state grants.
• Proficient in using financial management software, with experience in Amplifund preferred.

Skills

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles and practices.
• Experience in nonprofit budget oversight and financial reporting for audits.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting requirements for government and foundation grants.
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Grants Management

• Oversee the entire life cycle of grants, from application to closeout.
• Ensure compliance with all grant requirements and guidelines.
• Collaborate with program managers to develop budgets for grant proposals.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulations and guidelines related to federal and state grants.
• Ensure all documentation is organized and readily available for audits and reviews.
• Implement and enforce internal controls to guarantee compliance with grant requirements.
• Prepare and submit timely and accurate financial and programmatic reports for state, federal, and foundation grants.
• Oversee nonprofit budget oversight, ensuring alignment with grant activities and organizational goals.
• Provide detailed financial reporting for audits, maintaining meticulous records for compliance.

Organization and Collaboration

• Foster strong relationships with program directors and external partners to facilitate effective communication regarding grant activities.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather necessary information for reporting purposes.
• Implement systems to monitor grant performance and evaluate the impact of funded programs.
• Identify areas for improvement and work with relevant teams to address challenges.

Helping Hands of Springfield is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person