WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER
The Grants Specialist provides highly specialized public awards administration and finance/accounting- related services to support the California business unit of The Nature Conservancy.
The Grants Specialist is directly responsible for the administration of all aspects of publicly funded awards from pre-award to award implementation and closeout. Their duties include review of funder solicitations, review of proposals and budgets, agreement and amendment negotiation, agreement set-up in the Conservancy’s finance system, review of agreement financial data for accuracy and compliance, and maintenance of agreement auditable files. They work closely with award managers to ensure that the terms and conditions of agreements are met and properly documented and communicates directly with the agency contracting officers. The Grants Specialist is also directly responsible for the due diligence and administrative aspects of grants out to grantee organizations. Additionally, they assist staff in their specialty area and respond to moderately complex employee/management questions and problems based on advanced knowledge of the subject area.
The Grants Specialist ensures programmatic commitments, financial standards and legal requirements are met and managed for compliance. They also reinforce consistency in the organization’s policies and procedures and provide support and training related to award administration.
This position does not have fundraising or managerial responsibilities and does not supervise staff. This position is not investigating funding opportunities, writing grants, or securing grant funds; however, it does include reviewing proposals and ensuring they comply with the awarding agencies’ requirements and meet TNC policies and procedures.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
Do you have exceptional collaboration and communication skills?
Do you have experience in public awards management?
Are you looking for work you can believe in?
At TNC we strive to make a difference every day. This is an exciting opportunity to use your financial skills to contribute to the ongoing mission of nature conservation!
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration (or related field) and 3 years of related work experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Experience with accounting/financial issues and analysis.
- Experience using accounting and financial reporting systems.
- Technical experience with spreadsheet programs, general ledger reports and financial management tools.
- Experience, coursework or other training with U.S. Federal Uniform Guidance, state and local regulations, multilateral and international regulations, and standard contract clauses, as applicable.