What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grants Coordinator position at Danbury Public Schools?
- Maintain all financial data for individual grants using the district’s financial accounting system.
- Develop and manage grant budgets, ensuring compliance with funding requirements and district policies.
- Approve purchase orders and expenditures to maintain budgetary limits and adherence to grant guidelines.
- Serve as the district liaison for disseminating financial and compliance information to program personnel.
- Complete required monthly and annual state and federal grant financial reporting.
- Prepare monthly and year-end reconciliations, financial analyses, and grant-related reports.
- Assist with year-end City audits and various program-specific grant audits.
- Support annual grant application processes by costing salary and benefits data.
- Review Education Services accounts payable batches and process payments as required.
- Process journal entries and perform financial analysis related to grant activity.
- Monitor grant expenditures and balances to ensure timely and appropriate use of funds.
- Maintain organized and accurate grant documentation and financial records.
- Collaborate with internal departments to support compliance with grant regulations.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with district staff and state and federal agencies.
- Attend meetings and trainings related to grant management as required.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by the Chief Finance Officer.
- Strong financial recordkeeping and accounting skills.
- Knowledge of grant accounting, purchase order procedures, and general fund accounting.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Strong computer proficiency, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and financial/accounting software.
- Highly detail-oriented and well-organized.
- Ability to meet deadlines accurately and efficiently.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to analyze financial data and prepare clear, accurate reports.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
- Knowledge of school district programs and public-sector accounting preferred.
- Experience with state and federal grant accounting strongly preferred.
- 12-month position.
- Full time schedule (35 hours/week).
- Annual salary starting at $72,000, commensurate with demonstrated experience.
- Access to all health and welfare benefits is included.
JobID: 6989
Position Type:
Non-Union/Confidential
Non-Union/Confidential
Date Posted:
1/7/2026
1/7/2026
Location:
Danbury Board of Education Complex
Danbury Board of Education Complex
The Grants Coordinator is responsible for the financial management, accounting, compliance, and reporting of all Federal, State, and other grant funds received by the District. Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, this position plays a critical role in ensuring the accurate budgeting, monitoring, and fiscal stewardship of grant-funded programs in accordance with Board of Education policies and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
The Grants Coordinator works closely with program administrators, school leaders, and central office departments to ensure grant funds are properly allocated, expended, and reported. This individual serves as the district liaison for grant compliance and financial reporting, supporting audits, reconciliations, and the annual grant application process.
Primary Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Chief Finance Officer, the Grants Coordinator will:
Primary Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Chief Finance Officer, the Grants Coordinator will:
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Minimum Qualifications:
Working Conditions:
Application Procedure:
Apply Online at: www.danbury.k12.ct.us
Salary : $72,000