Grants Manager (PASSport Experience)

Salary: $40 - 50 per hour + Medical

Reference: 416458-JC9

Temporary Grants Manager (3+ Month Contract Role)

Industry: Nonprofit Social Services

Location: Mostly Remote (6 in-person days/month near Penn Station, NYC)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (35 hrs/week)

Pay: $40/hour - $50/hour

Interview Process: 1 video interview + Excel assessment

Overview:

Seeking a Grants Manager to support city/state-funded programs within a mission-driven social services organization. This role partners closely with finance, budget, and program teams to manage grant lifecycles, ensure compliance, and support reporting and audits. This is an ongoing contract

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage NYC/NYS grant portfolios, including budgets, claims, and renewals
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual reports via funder portals (e.g., HHS Accelerator, Grants Gateway)
• Monitor contract budgets, program performance, AR, and cash flow
• Maintain P&L and grant-related balance sheet accounts
• Support audits and ensure compliance with funder and OMB requirements
• Analyze financial performance, projections, and provide variance commentary
• Oversee funding database and maintain accurate grant records
• Assist with ERP implementation/upgrades and system testing

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years of grants management experience (NYC/NYS/federal funding required)
• Strong audit exposure and knowledge of grant reporting standards
• Advanced Excel skills (modeling, formulas)
• Experience with ERP systems
• Excellent communication and high attention to detail

Preferred:

• 3+ years in social services or nonprofit environment
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV or similar ERP
• Budgeting/planning systems experience

For a quicker response, please send your resume to [email protected]

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