Finance & Grants Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Finance & Grants Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization’s accounting operations, government grant financial management, compliance, and financial reporting while supporting the strategic financial objectives of AFSSA.
Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, this position coordinates grant financial administration, ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), and federal, state, and private grant requirements.

The Finance & Grants Manager serves as a key financial resource for agency leadership by providing accurate financial reporting, budget monitoring, grant reimbursement management, audit coordination, and continuous improvement of internal controls and financial processes.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Accounting & Financial Management
·   Serve as lead on all aspects of accounting operations including accounts receivable/payable payroll, Bank reconciliations and the management of financial controls in accordance with GAAP
·    Monitor cash flow and ensure timely processing of financial transactions.
·    Ensure proper revenue and expense recognition.
·    Maintain accounting schedules supporting financial statements.
·    Review financial transactions for accuracy and compliance.
·    Recommend and implement improvements to accounting procedures and internal controls.
Government Grants Management & Compliance
·    Serve as lead on all aspects of accounting operations including accounts receivable/payable payroll, Bank reconciliations and the management of financial controls in accordance with GAAP
·    Monitor cash flow and ensure timely processing of financial transactions.
·    Ensure proper revenue and expense recognition.
·    Maintain accounting schedules supporting financial statements.
·    Review financial transactions r accuracy and compliance.
·    Recommend and implement improvements to accounting procedures and internal controls.
Audit & Internal Controls
·    Serve as lead on all aspects of accounting operations including accounts receivable/payable payroll, Bank reconciliations and the management of financial controls in accordance with GAAP
·    Monitor cash flow and ensure timely processing of financial transactions.
·    Ensure proper revenue and expense recognition.
·    Maintain accounting schedules supporting financial statements
·    Review financial transactions for accuracy and compliance.
·    Recommend and implement improvements to accounting procedures and internal controls.
Leadership & Collaboration
·    Serve as a financial resource for program managers and agency leadership.
·    Provide coaching to staff on financial policies, grant compliance, and purchasing procedures.
·    Collaborate across departments to improve financial processes.
·    Participate in organizational planning and strategic initiatives.
·    Promote accountability, transparency, and continuous process improvement.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITITES AND SKILLS:
·    Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered.
·    Minimum three to five (3-5) years of nonprofit accounting experience, of which three (3) years were managing government grants.
·    Experience with fund accounting.
·    Experience preparing grant reimbursement requests and financial reports.
·    Experience managing month-end and year-end close.
·    Experience supporting independent financial audits and Single Audits.
·    Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
·    Experience using accounting software (MIP Accounting preferred).
·    Experience working with one or more of the following funding sources or -Any funding state/Federal sources are acceptable 
o    U.S. Department of Justice -Office on Violence Against Women (OVW)
o    Texas Office of the Governor – Criminal Justice Division (CJD)
o    Texas Office of the Attorney General (OAG)
o    Family Violence Prevention programs
o    Victim Services grants
·    Preferred experience working in nonprofit organizations serving survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking.
·    Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting.
·    Knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
·    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
·    Strong organizational and project management abilities.
·    Ability to manage multiple funding sources simultaneously.
·    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
·    High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
·    Ability to maintain confidentiality.
·    Commitment to continuous improvement and process efficiency.
·    Collaborative leadership style with strong customer service skills.