WATA Grants & Reporting Manager

Summary: Performs advanced high-level work planning, organizing, analyzing, monitoring, and directing the annual operating and capital budgets; prepares for and assists with the audits of grants and the annual financial statement and compliance audit; prepares and reviews grant applications; uses independent thinking and application of analytical skills and techniques to address complex funding projects. Responsibilities Provides effective supervision of assigned staff, including the Budget & Reporting Analyst I/II including selection, performance management, employee relations, training, prioritizing and assigning work, and related activities. Assists in preparation of WATA’s annual operating and capital budgets; writes or assists in writing grant applications to obtain federal, state, and local funds; administers awarded grants, including financial reporting. Prepares financial reports for use by the Executive Director, the Board of Directors, and grantors; analytical studies, budget planning models and research projects to assist with long-term planning and policy development; and complex schedules, research, analysis and reports required for federal, state, and local agencies and external auditors. Gathers and analyzes data to recommend and implement policy and procedural changes resulting from such analyses. Conducts and oversees analytical procedures for identifying financial deficiencies and problems. Plans, directs, and coordinates intricate financial activities across concurrent operations. Works collaboratively with WATA management and other personnel in communicating projected variances, available funds, and processing grant reimbursement claims. Processes grant extension requests, applications, Milestone Progress Reports (MPR), and Federal Financial Reports (FFR). Identifies and researches new funding opportunities and monitors changes in guidance on existing funding opportunities. Writes or assists in writing policy documents; develops procedures for financial processes, including adequate internal controls. Reviews revenue transmittals, disbursement transactions, journal entries, monthly reports, and other financial activity to ensure the accuracy of the general ledger. Serves as WATA’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program Officer. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and eight years of experience using complex financial systems. Two years of experience managing staff or leading teams; Master’s degree and experience with federal, state and local grant writing and administration preferred. Must possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record. Expert knowledge of budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, GAAP, and GASB standards. Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, and financial/reporting systems. Ability to lead, supervise, motivate, and develop staff. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong technical and statistical skills in developing and interpreting financial models. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Public Transit Association