Grant Manager

Role: Grant ManagerLocation : Gurugram/ Kolkata/ Hyderabad/ BengaluruQualification:- Bachelor’s or Post graduate degree in accounting, Commerce, Finance, or related field. - 13+ years of experience in accounting, with at least 3 years in nonprofit accounting (US preferred). - Strong understanding of US GAAP, not-for-profit accounting and financial reporting. - Experience in managing client relationships and leading teams. - Proficiency with accounting systems commonly used by US nonprofits (QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, ) - Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills. - Ability to work overlapping hours with US time zones.Position Responsibilities:Client & Engagement Management- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned US nonprofit clients. - Manage multiple accounting engagements, ensuring timely delivery of all recurring and ad-hoc financial requirements. - Lead client calls, monthly/quarterly reviews, and financial discussions with US leadership teams. - Develop work plans, timelines, and engagement scope; ensure adherence to SLAs and quality standards.Nonprofit Accounting & Financial Reporting- Oversee the preparation and review of: - Monthly and annual financial statements - Balance sheet reconciliations - Budget-to-actual reports - Cash flow projections - Functional expense allocations (program, management & general, fundraising) - Ensure compliance with US based not-for-profit regulations and grant requirements. - Prepare financial statements, reports and analyses for stakeholders. - Monitor financial controls, accounting accuracy, and documentation standards.Grant, Donor & Restricted Fund Management- Oversee tracking of restricted/unrestricted funds and grant budgets. - Collaborate with program managers to ensure accurate allocation of funds. - Should be able to manage multiple grants and reporting requirements - Review financial reports required by funders and grant programs. - Support clients with financial components of grant proposals and reporting cycles.Audit & Compliance Support- Prepare for and support annual external audits, including the Single Audit where applicable. - Assist with IRS Form 990 data preparation and supporting schedules. - Ensure adherence to internal controls, compliance requirements, and nonprofit sector regulations.Team Leadership & Offshore Coordination- Lead and mentor a team of accountants and associates in India. - Review team deliverables for completeness, accuracy, and client readiness. - Provide training in US nonprofit accounting, systems, and best practices. - Foster a cohesive, quality-focused team environment.System & Process Development- Work with accounting tools such as QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, , Expensify, or other nonprofit ERPs. - Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. - Support system configuration, migrations, and optimization for clients as needed

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