Director, CRIS Grant Financial Operations

The Director supports CRIS Healthy Aging by providing post-award project support to ensure compliance with OMB 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance as well as compliance with grant and institution specific requirements. This individual is primarily responsible for post-award administration of non-research grants, as well as the procurement activities associated with all externally sponsored awards. This position will utilize professional judgment, independence, and discretion to serve as grants point of contact for Carle under guidance from the Director of Grants Administration and Research Operations.

Primary responsibilities include assisting grantees with the establishment and management of their grants and funding, as well as working with Research and Accounting to develop and roll out an OMB compliant procurement system. The Director must exercise consistent and sound judgment, as well as understand and apply Carle's relevant policies, procedures, and accepted regulatory practices, in a fast-paced environment.

Certifications:

• N/A

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree: Finance
• Bachelor's Degree: Accounting
• Experience In Lieu of Education

Work Experience:

• Audit - 1 year
• Grant management - 1 year
• Grant accounting - 5 years

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience administering HHS awards in a sponsored program environment.
• Good negotiating skills.
• Strong leadership, customer service, team building and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational and decision-making capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multiple leaders and award agencies.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Exemplify the organization's Behavior Standards through promotion of the mission, vision and strategic goals.

• Leads Compliance and Evaluation of Grants Contracts
• Ensures that grant deliverables are submitted on-time and in compliance with grant/contract guidelines
• Ensures adherence to grant budgets and funding limitations
• Supports grant audit processes and utilizes audit results
• Identify and correct problems involving accounting and reporting of grants
• Provides on-going monitoring and documentation of completion and submission of grant contracts/award deliverables, including financial, performance, and programmatic reports

• Provides education and support to project directors/managers and grant team
• Ensure all aspects of the grant contract and the integrity of the process is upheld
• Actively monitors adherence to grant agreements
• Adherence to Carle policies and procedures, and relevant external statutory rules
• Adherence to regulations Leads Grant Application Development
• Assists with conducting research on potential sources of funding and strategically recommends potential opportunities to senior and executive leadership for further discussion

• Manages application requirements across all internal and external partners
• Is directly involved in grant writing, and responsible
• Ensures all funding requirements are addressed and in alignment with funding specifications
• Prepares financial and budget plans and allocations in collaboration with Finance team
• Operates in accordance with grant requirements
• Leads strategic and business planning initiatives for CRIS grants Provides Grant Implementation Project Management

• Leads initial grant project implementation following award notification
• Provides subject matter expertise on grant program management
• Provides subject matter expertise on compliance to grant project directors, managers, and team members
• Supports ongoing grant program and project management Build Internal and External Partnerships
• Responds to executive leadership requests for opportunity vetting, project management of grant funding opportunities, and coordination of grant administration processes within CRIS Healthy Aging

• Develops and nurtures strategic relationships with community partners
• Serves as a primary point of contact on collaborative projects
• Builds positive relationships with funding organizations Leadership and Development
• Manages the day-today financial operations of CRIS Healthy Aging, directs billing office team
• Develops and implements policies and procedures to centralize CRIS grants
• Responsible for the interviewing and hiring of new business office team members, retention of current staff, performance appraisals, and any necessary coaching and corrective actions for team members

• Provides training to new team members on grants management and reporting requirements
• Develop and implement financial strategies that support the organizations, mission, and goals
• Prepare monthly APS billing, monthly and quarterly along with semiannual reporting
• Manage and oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records, including the general ledger, accounts, payable and receivable, payroll, and other financial systems

• Prepare and present financial reports to the VP of Finance, CRIS Executive Director and Board of directors, providing analysis and recommendations as needed
• Assist Executive Director, to ensure compliance with grants, audits, and legal requirements are met
• Ensure compliance with all financial reporting and regulatory requirements, tax filings, audits, and other reporting requirements are met
• Manage relationships with external partners, including banks, auditors, and other financial service providers Budgeting and Forecasting
• Develop and oversee the annual budgeting process, working closely with program managers, and other stakeholders to develop realistic and achievable budget
• Work with directors/managers to ensure program requirements are met, including program money, matching money, and donations are met

• Monitor actual performance against budget
• Provide regular updates and analysis to the Executive Director and board of directors
• Develop and maintain financial forecasting models that support, long-term financial planning and decision-making
• Prepare budget for grant submission.
• Work closely with the Executive Director and senior leaders to develop and implement strategic plans and goals that support the organizations, mission and vision
• Hire, supervise and evaluate administrative personnel along with other appropriate personnel as assigned by Executive Director
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the financial team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development

• Attend the Board of Directors meetings
• Report on the financial performance of the organization to the board of directors, including regular updates on budget performance, forecast, and financial risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director and board of directors to develop and implement financial policies and procedures that align with the organizations, values and strategic goals
• Represent the organization at internal and external events and meetings, providing financial guidance and support as needed

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