Grants Financial Analyst

Choice Schools Associates, located in Wyoming, MI, is seeking a service-minded accounting/finance professional looking to take the next step in their career. Do you want to work with a team that is passionate about living out its mission? If so, we want to hear from you!

About Choice Schools Associates

The ideal candidate must be a champion to challenge the status quo in pursuit of educating students! As the third-largest and most comprehensive charter school management organization in Michigan, Choice Schools Associates' culture is driven by putting students first, expecting greatness and teamwork. Our vision is rooted in people - the people we employ and the families and students we serve. We believe that every student can learn at high levels no matter their background or abilities. Our student-centric philosophy drives us to our path to greatness, allowing everyone - students, staff, teachers, board members, and stakeholders to thrive individually and organizationally.

Responsibilities

• Submit or coordinate the submission of all grants and grant amendments.
• Assure the entire grant planning process is coordinated with the Directors of School Finance and Director of State and Federal Programs.
• Works collaboratively to ensure compliance.
• Ensure staff compliance with grant requirements, including certification and documentation.
• Ensure Policies and Procedures are up to date with current legislation.
• Submit or coordinate the timely and accurate submission of all grants and grant amendments.
• Supports finance directors with grant tracking.
• Ensure all materials and technology bought with grants funds are in the asset management system.
• Work with the Chief of School Finance and Operations Officer to review new grants and initiate the grant process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required;
• Computer literate
• Strong interpersonal skills and adept at establishing and maintaining good rapport and working relationships at all organizational levels.
• Highly organized; ability to meet stringent deadlines, prioritize work, operate in a fast-paced work environment, and coordinate projects; good time management.
• Ability to independently use various forms of electronic communications (email, web, text, etc.); technologically independent, with effective use of Microsoft Office.
• Valid Driver's License or ability to provide transportation to school locations or meetings.

Work is performed in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles established by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board, federal and state regulatory agencies, and other statutory requirements pertaining to public school academies in Michigan.

Schedule

Salary, Full-time, year-round

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Choice Schools offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, a competitive 401(K) plan, professional development, and much more. View our benefits options here.

Choice Schools Associates LLC is an Education Service Provider for charter schools in Michigan and is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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