Compliance & Monitoring Analyst

Senior, Compliance & Monitoring

The Senior, Compliance & Monitoring supports the Compliance and Monitoring team by performing essential tasks related to the timely analysis, processing, and review of extensive grant compliance documentation required by federal and state regulations. The role provides first level compliance review and oversight, ensuring audit ready program records and adherence to applicable federal regulations. The Senior, Compliance & Monitoring reviews and validates data integrity, collaborates with program teams to resolve compliance issues, and communicates regulatory requirements to support consistent implementation. The incumbent delivers technical assistance, prepares compliance reports and presentations, and strengthens capacity building efforts by reinforcing internal controls and monitoring practices that support high quality compliance audits. The position requires strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as proficiency in technology and data analysis tools.

Assists program and project analysts in planning and conducting internal compliance reviews of all programs and functions, and prepares detailed reports

Performs first level review of grant compliance documentation to verify completeness, accuracy, and adherence to federal and state regulatory requirements, ensuring audit ready records

Contributes to the development and continuous improvement of compliance, monitoring, and internal control processes that support high quality grant oversight

Works closely with program teams to resolve identified issues to conclusion

Communicates applicable state and federal regulations to key stakeholders in collaboration with subject matter experts

Collaborates with internal teams, project staff, and consultants to identify and recommend training, technical assistance opportunities, insights, and expertise for policy, compliance, and other relevant training to staff and key stakeholders

Reviews internal and external presentations and reports on an ad hoc, bi-weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis

Accepts responsibility for accuracy of data entry, accumulation, and maintenance of program records

Supports subject matter expert team with other tasks and efforts as needed

Other duties as required

Supports onboarding and training of new compliance or program staff by reinforcing regulatory expectations, documentation standards, and internal control practices

Assigns or coordinates compliance review activities and timelines to ensure timely completion of monitoring deliverables

Promotes a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by modeling high standards for compliance review, documentation, and issue resolution

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or Law from an accredited university, required

Advanced degree in Accounting or Finance, preferred

Experience:

Three (3) or more years of professional office experience including finance, accounting, audit, and/or compliance, required

Experience in policy and compliance, emergency management, disaster recovery, mitigation, community planning, federally funded programs, housing, economic development, and/or infrastructure, preferred

Knowledge of federal funded programs, preferred

Knowledge of 2 CFR 200 Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, preferred

Knowledge of rural healthcare initiatives, preferred

Software:

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel), required

Proficiency in data analysis tools, preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills

Effective data analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities

Ability to utilize program policies and procedures to quickly solve problems and ensure program compliance

Willingness to ask bold questions to inform policy, welcome feedback, and proactively collaborate with the team

Ability to meet daily and weekly production goals as set by the program

Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Self-starter dedicated to providing quality work in a timely manner

Ability to work in remote, office, or BDO offices as required

Ability to sit for prolonged periods and lift up to 15 pounds at times

Ability to travel to client meetings as requested