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Grants Finance Manager

The ALS Association
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States
Mar 31, 2026
Established in 1985, The ALS Association is the only national nonprofit organization fighting ALS on every front. By leading the way in global research, providing assistance for people with ALS through a nationwide network of chapters, coordinating multidisciplinary care through certified clinical care centers, and fostering government partnerships, The Association builds hope and enhances quality of life while aggressively searching for new treatments and a cure. POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, the Grants Finance Manager isresponsible for over-all grant management of restricted funding and assists the Vice President of Finance with month end financial statement preparation, annual budget, and annual audit in relation to associated grant and project funding. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Role & Overarching Responsibilities Oversee management of all grants and restricted funding received by the organization. Work closely and collaboratively with staff project leaders to understand and meet the terms of all funding agreements. Work in conjunction with key staff to anticipate internal needs and organizational impacts of any pending and/or complex award applications. Oversee management of timely tracking, reporting and data input related to grant revenue and expenditures, including supporting monthly reconciliation and meeting organization-wide reporting needs. Utilize new operational system to support a wide array of complex grant requirements, including funding to support internal organizational projects, regional partnerships, and nationwide collaborations. Generate data visualizations and projections to facilitate project management and decision making and facilitate communications with grants and agreements management. Support accounts payable by entering/reviewing approved invoices in accounts payable platform Play a strong role within our finance team. Prepare and record monthly journal entries to the general ledger and associated reconciliations for assigned projects Ongoing Financial Duties and Responsibilities Manages financial transactions in alignment with terms of award agreements Maintain updated fund balances, projections, and project data visualizations. Work in conjunction with the finance team to ensure accuracy and consistent input within our Sage Intacct accounting application. Maintains all project documentation and financial records according to internal controls and appropriate recordkeeping practices Work closely with contract manager and project leads Ongoing responsibility for reporting in line with timing of award agreements and meeting staff information needs Monitor awarded grants to ensure compliance with deliverables, financial reporting, and performance metrics. Plays a key role in supporting annual organizational audit & budgeting process; and Contributes to team effort by taking initiative to streamline systems for optimum efficiency SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. 3- 5 years experience in non-profit fund accounting required Solid working practice in Sage Intacct, Financial Edge or other non-profit fund accounting applications, proficiency with Excel is important Experience managing income & expenses to project budgets Ability to communicate across all programs and staff within the organization and maintaining and building productive relationships with other organizational constituents Strong analytical and project management skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills and eagerness to work as a member of the team Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Knowledge of financial reporting including financial statements and budget. Understands business implications of actions. PAY TRANSPARENCY: The ALS Association's pay range for this positionis $70,000 - $80,000 annually. The ALS Association has compensation ranges for various work locations throughout the United States, allowing us to compensate employees competitively and consistently in diverse geographic markets. The above-listed listed range shows prospective compensation for this role; the appropriate range will be established by what is eventually determined to be the candidate's primary work location. Various factors, including the complexity and significance of the role, job duties/requirements, relevant experience and abilities, and primary work location, determine individual compensation. Compensation ranges are evaluated and typically adjusted on a regular basis. Offers are made within the compensation range that is in effect at the time of the job offer. The Association may, at its discretion, offer merit-based increases tied to individual performance. The benefits listed may differ depending on employment status with the Association. Healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with employer match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, paid time off and several paid holidays are available to Association employees, among other benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The ALS Association endeavors to make www.als.org accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please email onlineaccommodations@alsa-national.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. The ALS Association highly encourages their employees to be fully vaccinated, as considered per the CDC guidelines, with the COVID-19 vaccination. Requirements to have or obtain a COVID-19 vaccination may be applicable by state, local, and other federal orders or applicable lawful requirements by third-party clinics, vendors, or events attended on ALS Association business. If applicable, proof of vaccination will be required, unless approved for a legally required exemption by The ALS Association.