Job Summary:

The Grants Financial Analyst position at the Edna Martin Christian Center is a highly administrative role which involves monitoring the performance of departments and programs relative to expenditures and reimbursement of grant awards and federally funded programs. The employee performs a variety of routine daily tasks; prepares reports and provides guidance on federal grant activities in adherence and compliance to the applicable policy and guidelines. Duties also include, but are not limited to, coordinating financial and grants management activities, distributing information for federal programs, coordinating and assisting with training sessions, audit conferences, grant award analysis and reconciliations, and other related accounting duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

● Monitor expenditures and revenues of all local, state, and federal grant-funded programs.

● Conduct and maintain detailed analysis of various grant awards and funds received.

● Provide support and assistance with financial audits and examinations.

● Prepare and compile information for budget and reporting purposes and/or support program leaders in this capacity.

● Ensure that reimbursement claims are initiated, compliant with funding guidelines, received, and reported in a timely manner.

● Coordinate financial and grants management activities; serve as liaison between program/department managers and finance team for efficient management of grant programs.

● Document and recommend new procedures for better accountability, controls, record-keeping and reporting for grant programs.

● Research historical records for grants and effect draw downs.

● Review budgets and prepare account analysis to ensure proper recording of federal funds through the G-6 system.

● Maintain follow-up communication with staff and external entities to address issues in a timely manner.

● Prepare various reports and follow-up with departments/agencies to ensure compliance.

● Perform account reconciliations and reconciliations of grant activities program.

● Assist with training relative to grant activities.

● Performs other accounting related duties as required.

Complexity of Work:

● This position entails the financial oversight and review of grant-funded programs/ projects within the agency. Must be able to work in a stressful environment, and adapt to change quickly.

Personal Protective Equipment:

● Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required

Minimum Qualifications

Required Credentials

● Possess a high-level of professionalism and confidentiality.

● Possess high level of computer literacy and proficiency, especially in the Google Office Suite and latest Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of QuickBooks preferred.

● Possess exceptionally efficient and effective oral and written communication skills with considerable experience and demonstrated ability to serve the public and others in a courteous and professional manner.

● Ability to exercise efficient time management.

● Ability to coordinate and handle multiple tasks, meeting established deadlines.

● Ability to analyze and evaluate data, create spreadsheets, charts, graphs and presentations.

● Ability to prepare financial data analysis.

● Ability to read and comprehend.

● Self-motivated, with the ability to work with minimal supervision.

● Knowledge of and ability to understand and implement programs within federal guidelines.

● Knowledge of Government Financial/Cost Accounting.

● Knowledge and ability to conduct training and seminar sessions.

● Ability to coordinate activities between program managers and other federal and local government departments.

● Ability to interact with senior management personnel (internal and external); and to establish strong relationships with co-workers and staff of other departments and agencies.

Education:

● Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance and/or Management and at least two (2) years of relative working experience in Accounting

● OR Associates Degree or Certificate from an accredited institution in related accounting, business administration, finance or management field; and a minimum of five (5) years of related accounting work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Work Experience:

● Ability to work with diverse populations.

● Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team as a cooperative and successful team member

● Commitment to respect and demonstrate love for our community including children, teens, adults, and seniors

Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Indianapolis, IN 46218: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person