Job Description
ABOUT NEW SOLUTIONS Selected as one of the "Best Nonprofit to Work for" in 2025 by The NonProfit Times, NEW Solutions helps federal government agencies to accomplish their mission by providing skilled and experienced workers in professional, administrative, technical, and scientific positions.
JOB SUMMARY Manages financial activities for grant-funded program(s).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Manages aspects of weekly drawdown of funds from the Federal grant payment system (ASAP.gov) to support Program activities. Prepares Form SF424 and SF425, understand requirements for supporting documentation, and other forms for monthly cash advances/reimbursements.
- Performs accounts receivable functions and cash requirements to ensure sufficient cash to meet program outlays. Prepares timely and accurate bank reconciliations for bank accounts.
- Monitors funding and notifies/works with Lead Grant Accountant to assure funding requests as needed. Ensures that adequate funding is secured timely for individual positions based on budgeted expenditures, including forecasting when additional funds need to be awarded and ensuring that funds are available to be drawn on in ASAP.gov. Updates funding for each position via funding re-allocation tool. May assist with funding modifications and/or renewals.
- Prepares monthly life-to-date report. Compiles and analyzes financial information deemed necessary for internal management, staff, and external end users.
- Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reports required under the national agreements (i.e. master or umbrella) and subsequent task agreements by required deadlines. Prepares general ledger journal entries as needed. Ensures accuracy and correct reporting to each grant agreement.
- Ensures compliance with all financial programmatic conditions of the grant agreement. Prepares close-out of expired task agreements, including the determination of reimbursement amount as applicable.
- May assist with preparation for annual program budgets to support the organization's annual budget. Establishes and maintains files for all program financial activities in coordination with the Lead Grant Accountant.
- Assists with the annual single audit and any other outside financial or compliance audit by preparing various audit schedules and financial reports.
- Prepares special analysis and reporting projects, as needed. Documents procedures as required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS - Thorough knowledge of Federal grants management cycle (2 CFR Part 200).
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, required.
- Experience with an automated accounting package, not including QuickBooks, is required.
- Demonstrated ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision; handle and resolve problems; handle a diversity of assignments and to work under pressure; and the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels
The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - Bachelor's Degree
- 5 - 7 Years
Education and experience requirements may be substituted on a year-for-year basis by relevant, demonstrated, progressive, and directly-related education/work experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physical requirements include the dexterity to reach, stand, climb, move, finger keyboards, lift light loads, and the ability to also function in a stationary position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
NEW Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to a work environment free from discrimination and harassment in any form. It is NEW Solutions' policy to comply with all applicable laws that provide equal opportunity in employment for all persons and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment.
Compensation and Benefits: We offer a competitive compensationpackage designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Our benefits include:
- Competitive Salary: Aligned with industry standards and based on experience and qualifications.
- Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with employer contributions.
- Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with company matching to help you build financial security.
- Paid Time Off: Inclusive of vacation days, sick leave, holidays, and personal days.
- Continuous Learning: Opportunities for professional growth via an extensive Learning Management System.
- Wellness Support: Employee assistance programs and resources to promote work-life balance.
We are committed to providing benefits that support your overall health, financial stability, and career development.
Job Tags
Work experience placement, Work at office, Immediate start, Remote work