Grants Manager

Salary

$54,810.00 to $54,810.00 Annually

Legal Services Alabama, Inc. (LSA) is one of the largest statewide law firms in Alabama. LSA provides free, client-centered civil legal advocacy to low-income Alabamians and collaborates with others across the state and nation to find solutions to systemic issues caused by poverty and social justice inequities.

The Grants Manager is a hybrid position split between grants administration and accounting support. On the grants side, this position maintains grant files and supporting documentation, prepares budget plans and reports for funders, monitors grant expenditures and compliance with funder guidelines, communicates with funders on routine inquiries, and prepares grant-related journal entries, allocations, and audit support. On the accounting side, this position processes and disburses accounts payable, maintains accounts payable files and the prepaid expense schedule, assists with monthly closings and bank deposits, and supports 1099 preparation and fixed asset tracking.

This position is based out of LSA’s Central Office in Montgomery.

This position is an exciting opportunity for detail-oriented professionals with experience in accounting, bookkeeping, and/or grants administration. A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Strong organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining confidentiality are required.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Excel) and experience working with financial management software (such as Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT) is preferred. Experience with nonprofits or working with low-income populations is a plus.

LSA is an Equal Opportunity Program and Employer and persons seeking employment will be considered without regard to sex or sexual orientation, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, political affiliation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status or any other consideration prohibited by law.

LSA offers an excellent benefits package, valued at approximately $20,000, including six weeks of paid leave annually and 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for each employee.