Grants and Funding Compliance Manager

Responsibilities

• Conduct post-award compliance activities and deliver comprehensive documentation support to ensure adherence to compliance requirements across federal, state, municipal, and private funding sources.
• Collaborate with Accounting and Finance to confirm cost allocations, assess expense eligibility, facilitate monthly reconciliations, and ensure that restricted funds are utilized in compliance with regulatory and accounting standards.
• Oversee and regularly update the compliance reporting calendar to ensure all assigned reporting tasks, reimbursement submissions, regulatory follow-ups, and document filing are completed promptly and efficiently.
• Monitor assigned compliance indicators, spend-down activity, cost center usage, and budget consumption; escalate variances and compliance concerns to the Director of Compliance.
• Develop and monitor program reporting to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in efficiency and compliance for operations.
• Conduct routine compliance reviews at program and branch levels to ensure consistent application of established processes and financial standards.
• Provide staff training and guidance on compliance documentation, allowable expenses, recordkeeping, and financial protocols—reinforcing standards set by the Director of Compliance.
• Aid in responding to requests from grantors, government agencies, and internal stakeholders by preparing documentation and clarifying financial compliance conditions.
• Assist in interpreting compliance requirements associated with new funding sources, supporting policy communication and financial structure alignment.
• Maintain the digital compliance documentation and archival system to ensure accessibility, retrieval efficiency, and audit preparedness.
• Support audit readiness by reviewing documentation for completeness and alignment with compliance standards; provide insight and context to the Director of Compliance.
• Communicate policy and procedural updates to relevant teams and ensure implementation of compliance-aligned workflows.
• Support efforts to enhance financial and compliance procedures by suggesting ways to improve operations, boost accountability, and raise the standard of documentation.
• Conduct preliminary analysis and track issues to assist the Director of Compliance in documenting findings and remediation actions.
• Initiate and perform various ad hoc financial projects and scenario analyses, as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related business field
• 3+ years in compliance, regulatory reporting, audit, financial controls, or related work
• Experience with accounting and enterprise systems required
• Strong Excel skills with data analysis experience
• Experience with compliance oversight in regulated environments, preferably with grant-funded or government-supported programs
• Superior, proven analytical and financial analysis skills with attention to detail
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Strong collaborative work ethics, ability to work on multiple projects and under pressure with tight deadlines and with minimum supervision
• Ability to build relationships, interact, and communicate positively with all levels of management, external auditors, and regulatory agencies
• Experience and sensitivity dealing with constituents of diverse backgrounds and abilities

Preferred Requirements

• MBA or advanced degree
• 5+ years in compliance, regulatory reporting, audit, financial controls, or related work
• Nonprofit experience
• SGA Accounting and GMS systems

Employment and Benefits Package

The employment and benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc. 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 like-minded people who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Location

The 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 like-minded people who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.