Grants Manager

at  Robert Half

We are seeking a Grants Manager to join our professional services team in Los Angeles, California. As a Grants Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing procedures to maximize the efficiency of grant management and overseeing the overall grant accounting functions. This role provides a short term contract employment opportunity.

• Develop and implement procedures to maximize billable hours and identify ways to expand spending on grants.
• Manage the spend down of time-limited one-time-only funding.
• Source suppliers and service providers for special project funding not related to time billing.
• Provide supervision to Grants Accountants and oversee all grant accounting functions.
• Collaborate with Legal Department staff on grant budgets and annual agency budget program expense projections.
• Coordinate with Controller and Institutional and Individual Giving teams for preparation of grant budgets and RFPs.
• Oversee monthly invoicing for public and private grant reporting.
• Review public and private grant trackers to compare awarded grants against budgeted.
• Liaise with Finance, Institutional Giving, and Directing Attorneys to monitor fiscal deliverables of grants.
• Oversee grant audits in collaboration with the Controller.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Grant Management or related field
• Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems and Accounting Functions
• Proven experience in Auditing, Benefit Functions, and Budget Processes
• Demonstrated ability to manage Cash Activity
• Familiarity with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT and Financial Edge
• Experience with Federal Grant, Government Grants, and Grant Accounting
• Strong skills in Grant Management, Grant Administration, and Post-grant processes
• Ability to prepare and maintain Audit Schedules
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local grant regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
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