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SalaryAs a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.
At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone - especially children - experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
Under the direction of the Senior Director of Finance, the Grant Compliance Manager will ensure adherence to the requirements and regulations of the grants under which the Early Learning and Afterschool programs of the YMCA operate nutritional programs. This position is primarily responsible for managing, organizing, and monitoring compliance in the post-award process for nutrition-based grant funded programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):
- Develop and maintain a record-keeping system for Early Learning and Afterschool grant compliance.
- Prepare and file reports for grants by the established monthly deadlines, to include CACFP, AHA, and 21st Century.
- Track and review monthly reports in preparation for annual reporting, following up with Program Directors as needed.
- Compose and track submissions for monthly grant reimbursement claims.
- Complete required compliance and grant trainings as needed.
- Submit and track annual and multi-year nutrition-focused grant applications.
- Compile and submit annual reconciliation report for Georgia Pre-K.
- Develop and maintain key professional relationships with government and grant program contacts.
- Conduct organizational grant compliance assessment(s) via center monitoring and reviews.
- Recommend areas of focus for enhancing adherence to grant rules, requirements, and regulations.
- Develop tools, guidance, and trainings to assist staff with grant compliance.
- Support training efforts developed for Early Learning and Afterschool staff on grant rules & regulations with a focus on building technical capacity of relevant staff to understand and comply with grant requirements.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in grants administration and/or accounting OR a high school diploma and 4+ years of experience in grants administration and/or accounting
- Working knowledge of good nutrition practices and knowledge of grant guidelines
- Proficient working knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping practices
- Ability to organize and meet deadlines
- Must be proficient in hardware and software computer skills
- Must possess a good working knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping practices
- Must possess good communication and organization skills
- Must be able to pass an MVR and have your own transportation to travel between branches.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or accounting
- 1+ years of experience in direct people management
- 5+ years of experience in program administration
- 5+ years of experience in grants administration and/or accounting
ERGONOMICS:
Ability to work actively while supervising children. Ability to climb, walk, run, stoop, squat or kneel. Ability to lift and carry equipment to appropriate destinations or affect the carrying of such equipment. Ability to use senses which enable safe supervision including seeing and/or hearing.
Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.
Employment Requirement:
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening and motor vehicle record (MVR) according to company policy.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.
This job posting is subject to change at any time.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for a diverse mix of people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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