Grants Manager Atlanta, GA

Grants Manager

We are looking for an experienced Grants Manager to support critical financial oversight activities for a regional transportation-focused organization in Atlanta, Georgia. This long-term contract position plays an important role in grant administration, fiscal monitoring, and financial reporting for a high-value public sector initiative. The person in this role will help maintain strong financial controls, support audit readiness, and ensure funding is managed in accordance with applicable regulations and reporting standards.

Responsibilities:

• Lead grant administration activities, including tracking awarded funds, monitoring expenditures, and preparing reimbursement documentation.
• Maintain accurate accounting records by reviewing ledger activity, reconciling accounts, and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Prepare and review journal entries, financial schedules, and supporting reports to strengthen the accuracy of monthly and annual reporting.
• Coordinate key close processes at month-end and year-end to ensure deadlines are met and financial data is complete.
• Support the preparation of audit materials, including documentation needed for annual financial reporting and compliance reviews.
• Monitor adherence to federal, state, and local grant requirements, including Uniform Guidance and other governmental standards.
• Partner with finance and program stakeholders to provide budget support, financial analysis, and funding oversight for grant-supported projects.
• Offer day-to-day guidance to accounting or finance team members while promoting sound procedures and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial workflows and develop deeper operational knowledge of the organization's financial management tools.