Community Impact Associate

Community Impact Associate

Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta – Full-time Exempt – Finance Department – Reports to Manager, Donor Services and Grants Management.

Base pay: $60,000.00/yr – $65,000.00/yr.

Grantmaking & Process Execution

• Support the end-to-end processing of Community Impact grants, contracts, and sponsor ships, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution.
• Enter, review, and maintain Community Impact data in Foundant and other relevant systems.
• Track and monitor grant statuses, payment requests, and required documentation to ensure completion within established timelines.
• Coordinate with Finance and Grants Management to align payment schedules and confirm supporting documentation.
• Maintain consistent digital filing and document management practices for all CI‑related records.

Operational Coordination

• Serve as a liaison between Community Impact and Shared Services to route requests, clarify procedures, and resolve operational issues.
• Assist with procurement, invoice submission, and payment processes through  or other financial platforms.
• Support the preparation of summary reports, dashboards, and meeting materials for CI leadership and internal partners.
• Support the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process documentation for CI workflows.
• Provide logistical support for meetings, training, and internal convenings as needed.

Data Integrity & Reporting

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data entered into grants management systems and trackers.
• Generate and validate reports for grantmaking activity, program budgets, and workflow tracking.
• Support analysis of operational trends and recurring process issues to inform improvements.
• Coordinate with data analysts and IT on system troubleshooting or configuration updates related to CI functions.

Cross‑Department Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with the various teams to ensure smooth process handoffs and consistent documentation.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to clarify timelines, data requirements, and next steps for processing items.
• Participate in shared services meetings and contribute to ongoing process improvement discussions.