Grants & Claims Manager – Finance

University Settlement

Grants and Claims Manager overseeing a portfolio of grants and collaborating with program managers at University Settlement. Ensuring compliance, reporting, and fiscal management for successful projects.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grants management and accounting, ensuring compliance with GAAP and nonprofit regulations while effectively supervising staff and managing financial reporting processes. Proficient in utilizing accounting software and advanced Excel for budget preparation and financial analysis.

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Grants ManagementAccounting ExperienceGAAP KnowledgeStaff SupervisionAdvanced Excel Skills

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Hard Skills

Grants AccountingFinancial ReportingBudget PreparationReconciliationCompliance Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDetail OrientedSelf-Motivated

Tools & Technologies

Accounting SoftwareGeneral Ledger SystemDigital File Management

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit AccountingFederal RegulationsState RegulationsCity RegulationsGrant Agreements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise assigned grants accounting staff; monitor and ensure grant fiscal deliverables are met within the deadlines set by donors and ensure timely submission of financial claims and funder reports
Prepare and review internal and external reports, including budget to actual reports and claims to government agencies and private funders
Partner with program managers, development and fiscal staff on the financial management of grants and proposals
Establish and update grants management processes and controls as needed to ensure compliance with budgetary best practices and donor restrictions
Receive and review grant agreements for terms and conditions, donor-imposed restrictions, and deliverable/reporting dates
Manage, update, and maintain digital file system of all grant documents (e.g., narratives, financials, agreements, amendments and reports)
Assist with the preparation of the annual budget
Meet with Program Directors on a regular basis to review budgets together and identify modifications if needed
Become a power user and assist in the increased and improved utilization of our general ledger system and identify training opportunities for accounting staff
Manage and support monthly financial close activities, ensuring timely reconciliation of grant related accounts and proper recording of revenue and expenses.
Support and assist with contract and agency-wide audit preparation
Assist in the preparation of agency-wide and program specific allocation methodologies
Execute other assignments as requested by management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in accounting, finance or related field
Must have a minimum of 5 years of progressive grants management and accounting experience
At least 3 years' experience supervising staff preferred
Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, Federal, State & City regulations and nonprofit accounting requirements
Self -directed and motivated, able to manage multiple complex assignments and meet deadlines
Must be flexible and willing to adjust work schedule as necessary
Must be comfortable collaborating across departments and working in teams
Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills; able to multi-task, strong follow through skills and detail oriented
Strong knowledge of accounting software programs (lntacct experience preferred)
Advanced Excel skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements