Grant Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Grant Analyst to support financial oversight for grant-funded programs in Fresno California. This contract position has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can manage budgets, analyze expenditures, and help ensure funding is used in accordance with requirements. The role will work closely with internal stakeholders to maintain accurate financial records, prepare reporting, and strengthen day-to-day grant accounting operations.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor grant budgets and review spending activity to help ensure expenses align with approved funding and cost center guidelines.

• Analyze financial transactions, prepare journal entries and accruals, and maintain accurate general ledger support for assigned grants.

• Reconcile accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and billing activity related to sponsored programs and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

• Produce expense reports and financial summaries for internal teams, highlighting budget performance, variances, and outstanding items.

• Support cost allocation processes by assigning expenses appropriately across grants, departments, and funding sources.

• Assist with budget monitoring throughout the grant lifecycle and communicate potential overages or compliance concerns to key stakeholders.

• Partner with program staff and finance teams to gather documentation, validate charges, and maintain organized records for audits and reporting needs.

• 3+ years of experience in grant accounting, grant analysis, or a closely related financial role.
• Working knowledge of general ledger activity, journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliation.
• Experience reviewing budgets, monitoring expenditures, and preparing expense analysis or financial reporting.
• Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and billing support.
• Understanding of cost centers, cost allocation methods, and fund tracking in a regulated financial environment.
• Strong analytical skills with careful attention to detail and accuracy in financial documentation.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet-based reporting and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.