Position Overview:
The Financial & Grants Manager is responsible for full-cycle financial operations, grant billing, compliance, and reporting for MRCCAC. This role ensures the accuracy and timeliness of financial data to support leadership decision-making, maintains compliance with federal/state grant requirements, and oversees all internal accounting functions.
This position replaces outsourced bookkeeping and requires a highly detail-oriented, systems-driven professional with strong experience in nonprofit and grant accounting.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management & Accounting:
- Maintain and oversee QuickBooks (Online or Desktop) and ensure all financial data is accurate and current.
- Record and classify all financial transactions through bank/credit card integrations and manual entries.
- Perform monthly reconciliations for all bank accounts, credit cards, and liabilities.
- Prepare and distribute monthly financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Budget vs. Actual).
- Ensure financials are audit-ready and compliant with nonprofit accounting standards (modified cash or accrual as applicable).
- Manage general ledger, chart of accounts, and financial documentation.
Grant Billing & Compliance (PRIMARY FOCUS):
- Prepare and submit all grant billing, reimbursements, and drawdowns (state, federal, private).
- Track grant expenditures and ensure strict compliance with grant budgets and restrictions.
- Maintain detailed grant allocation tracking and supporting documentation.
- Collaborate with program staff to ensure accurate coding and allowable cost usage.
- Prepare financial reports required by funders and assist with grant applications (budget development).
- Monitor deadlines and ensure timely submission of all grant reports and invoices.
Accounts Payable & Cash Flow:
- Process weekly accounts payable, including preparing disbursement reports for approval.
- Execute payments via online banking, ACH, or check processing.
- Monitor cash flow and provide projections to leadership.
- Maintain vendor files, W-9s, and issue 1099s annually.
Payroll & Benefits Administration:
- Process payroll, including:
- Regular and off-cycle payroll.
- Direct deposits and pay stubs.
- Calculate and remit all payroll taxes and benefit contributions.
- File all required payroll reports:
- Quarterly (941, state unemployment, workers comp).
- Annual (W-2s, W-3).
- Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with all regulations.
- Coordinate with leadership on compensation changes and staffing updates.
Compliance, Reporting & Audits:
- Lead preparation for annual financial audit and grant monitoring reviews.
- File required reports (e.g., annual corporate filings).
- Maintain internal controls and financial policies.
- Respond to audits and inquiries from funding agencies.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations.
Strategic Financial Support:
- Partner with Executive Director and leadership team on:
- Budget development and forecasting.
- Financial analysis and planning.
- Funding strategy support.
- Provide insights to improve financial efficiency and sustainability.
- Support special financial projects and organizational initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required), or extensive experience will be considered.
- 3–5+ years nonprofit accounting experience REQUIRED.
- Strong experience with grant billing and fund accounting.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks (Online or Desktop).
- Experience with payroll processing and tax filings.
- Strong understanding of compliance and audit preparation.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Preferred Experience:
- Experience working with state/federal grants (e.g., VOCA, VAWA, or similar).
- Experience in a nonprofit with multiple funding streams and programs.
- Familiarity with financial audits and grant monitoring reviews.
Work Environment & Benefits:
- 34-hour work week (Monday–Thursday).
- 15 paid holidays.
- 4 weeks PTO.
- Mission-driven, team-oriented culture.
- Opportunity to directly impact survivors and community services.
Why This Role Matters:
This position is critical to ensuring MRCCAC remains financially strong, compliant, and sustainable, allowing programs to continue serving survivors effectively. The Financial & Grants Manager plays a key role in protecting funding, supporting growth, and strengthening organizational infrastructure.