Grant Compliance & Billing Specialist Ames LilyLifestyle

Salary Range $22.00 Hourly

Position Type Full Time

Job Shift Day

Education Level High School/GED

Travel Percentage None

Category Administrative

YSS-Building Brighter Futures

Keep the mission moving-one spreadsheet, reimbursement, and perfectly coded expense at a time.

• Maintain a strong understanding of assigned grants and contracts to ensure compliance with funding requirements
• Monitor fund drawdowns and reimbursement activity for accuracy and timeliness
• Partner closely with Program Leaders and the Grant Writer to support compliance efforts and reporting needs
• Respond to grant-related questions from internal teams and external partners
• Help ensure processes align with federal and agency grant requirements

• Prepare and submit reimbursement claims accurately and on time
• Track grant spending and reconcile activity within the accounting system
• Allocate expenses appropriately and make adjustments when needed
• Review general ledger activity and communicate coding corrections
• Assist with budget revisions and collaborate with leadership on grant financial planning
• Prepare and submit required financial reports to grant agencies
• Support year-end audit preparation and grant-related financial documentation

• Participate in team meetings and collaborate across departments
• Update administrative directives and internal process documentation
• Support internal and external audits as needed
• Serve as backup support for grant pipeline and opportunity tracking

Please know this is not a complete list of the position's responsibilities. Duties can change.

You're equal parts organized, analytical, and collaborative. You can juggle multiple deadlines without losing sight of the details, and you actually enjoy making spreadsheets behave themselves. You communicate clearly, think proactively, and understand that accurate financial work directly supports meaningful community impact.

We invest in people-because when you thrive, so do the communities we serve. At YSS, you'll find meaningful work, strong support, and benefits designed for real life.

• Supportive leadership team and mission-driven culture
• Flexibility and autonomy in a collaborative environment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Voluntary dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Flu shots and mental health support resources
• Paid membership to the Athletic Club of Ames

• Generous paid time off (4 weeks PTO)
• Paid holidays, including a birthday holiday
• Volunteer time off

• Competitive salary
• Supplemental compensation award
• 403(b) retirement savings plan

• Professional liability insurance coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer

To create a world where youth are valued and empowered, we ask staff to embrace YSS core values - Commitment, Collaboration, Compassion, Innovation, Integrity, and a 'Can Do' Spirit. We also ask for the following:

• At least two years of accounting, finance, billing, or grants-related experience
• Proficiency in advanced Excel, databases, and accounting software

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field
• Experience with grant financial management, reimbursement claims, or billing processes
• Strong understanding of grant compliance requirements (federal, state, and local)
• Experience with budgeting, financial tracking, and reporting
• Ability to interpret and apply complex financial and grant requirements
• Experience supporting or reviewing financial work for accuracy and compliance
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Clear communicator who can translate financial data for non-financial audiences
• Comfortable working independently while contributing to a team environment
• Proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset

• Driven by purpose, equity, inclusion, and meaningful community impact
• Brings humility, cultural awareness, and respect to every interaction
• Collaborative, dependable, and energized by mission-driven work

Have you navigated recovery from addiction, mental health challenges, trauma, or housing instability? Your lived experience offers a unique, compassionate perspective that can inspire real change. By sharing your story and serving as a role model or mentor, you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth and families. Your journey matters. If you're ready to use it to uplift and empower others, we warmly encourage you to apply.

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