Manager of Grants, Budgets, and Analysist

$70,000 - $70,000/Yr

YMCA - Providence, RI

Full-time - Mid Level

Providence, RI

Social Assistance

About the position

The Manager of Grants, Budgets, and Analysis is a pivotal role within the YMCA, responsible for overseeing the accounting operations that include the preparation of annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and the analysis of monthly results. This position plays a crucial role in accounting for and reporting grant activity, ensuring that all financial operations align with the organization's goals and compliance requirements. The Manager will collaborate closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Controller to ensure the successful completion of annual audits and provide insightful analysis of financial data to guide decision-making and achieve desired financial outcomes. In this role, the Manager will work in partnership with branch staff and the CFO to assist in the preparation of the Agency's annual budget and monthly forecasts. This includes the preparation of monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and internal-use financial statements. The Manager will also assist with the annual audit process, ensuring that all necessary audit work papers are completed accurately and on time. Additionally, the Manager will collaborate with IT to ensure that branch income information is accurately captured and reflected in financial statements. The Manager will be responsible for creating metrics to monitor the success of financial strategies and preparing reports on identified indicators on a monthly basis. This includes preparing all grant-related journal entries and financial reports, particularly in relation to grant funding. The Manager will also assist branch staff in enhancing their financial literacy and will work with other managers on grant reporting, billing, and compliance. Regular reporting on grants will be provided on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, and the Manager will serve as a backup for other finance staff as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of the Agency's annual budget and monthly forecasts in partnership with branch staff and the CFO.
• Prepare monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and internal-use financial statements.
• Assist with the annual audit and completion of audit work papers.
• Collaborate with IT to ensure Branch income information is accurately captured in financial statements.
• Create metrics to monitor the success of financial strategies and prepare monthly reports on identified indicators.
• Prepare all grant-related journal entries and financial reports, especially regarding grant funding.
• Assist branch staff in expanding financial literacy.
• Work with other Managers on Grant Reporting, Billing, and Compliance.
• Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting on grants.
• Provide backup for other finance staff as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in fund accounting required.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in federal and state grants.
• 8-10 years of successful experience in financial management/reporting.
• Strong supervisory experience and skills.
• Knowledge of GAAP and Uniform Grant Guidance (A-133) audit requirements.
• Knowledge of grant reporting policies and procedures.
• Superior attention to detail and deadlines.
• Knowledge of computer applications including Excel and general accounting packages.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, creative, and team-oriented environment.