Revenue and Grant Finance Specialist

Overview

Revenue and Grant Finance Specialist (Finance)

The YMCA of Greater Cincinnati is seeking a detail-driven, systems-savvy Revenue & Grant Finance Specialist to play a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, grant compliance, and operational excellence across the Association. This position blends technical accounting expertise with continuous improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and mission-driven impact. If you thrive in complex environments, enjoy building strong processes, and want your work to directly support community-based programs and services, this role offers meaningful scope and visibility.

• Financial Operations & Revenue Management
  • Reconcile Association bank accounts and support reconciliation of operating and e-Pay accounts, promptly identifying and resolving discrepancies.
  • Manage secondary point-of-sale systems including Pay Pal and Square.
  • Prepare and/or supervise monthly journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and financial statements.
  • Complete GAAP journal vouchers, pledge receivable adjustments, and payroll-related reconciliations.
  • Oversee revenue recognition from ancillary software systems to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Supervise income-related month-end close activities.
• Systems, Controls & Process Improvement
  • Lead documentation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of financial and operational processes.
  • Monitor, edit, and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs for Daxko Operations components).
  • Conduct internal audits, cost studies, and operational analyses; provide recommendations and best practices.
  • Research and stay current on financial and operational systems, sharing insights to improve organizational effectiveness.
• Corporate Credit Cards & Internal Support
  • Administer corporate credit card program including card assignments, monthly reconciliations, and posting of charges.
  • Train cardholders on policies, reporting requirements, and best practices.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure policy compliance, data integrity, and effective system usage.
• Grant & Audit Management
  • Coordinate fiscal management of federal 21st CCLC and other post-award grants, including budget tracking, expenditure monitoring, and compliance.
  • Serve as a financial liaison to grant funders and partner agencies.
  • Prepare financial reports for grant-funded programs and monitor grant balances.
  • Assist with proposal budgeting and ongoing grant performance analysis.
  • Maintain organized grant files, contracts, and documentation for audit readiness.
  • Supervise a part-time grant invoicing staff member, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Support annual audit preparation, including schedules, documentation, and auditor inquiries.