Grants Compliance Finance Jobs

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2mo ago

Finance and Grant Controller

Artists ReEnvisioning Tomorrow Inc Peoria, IL

Peoria, IL

2mo ago Closed

$75k - $85k/yr Full time Accounting Budgeting Cost Sharing Agreement

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jun 11, 2026).

Job Description

Senior financial steward for Artists ReEnvisioning Tomorrow Inc, onsite in Peoria, IL, with a salary range of $75,000–$85,000 per year.

Responsibilities

Plan and oversee grant budgets across state, federal, foundation, and corporate funding sources.
Own CSA reporting, craft grant narratives, and manage compliance calendars.
Monitor restricted and unrestricted funds and their allocations.
Ensure timely, accurate submission of all grant financial reports.
Prepare, file, and track program financial reports (PFRs) for all grants.
Ensure adherence to 2 CFR 200 and other funder guidelines.
Act as internal Controller, upholding robust financial systems and internal controls.
Oversee monthly close processes, reconciliations, and internal financial statements.
Produce and maintain weekly cash flow analyses with actionable insights for leadership.
Coordinate audit preparation and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
Implement processes and systems to reduce reliance on external accountants while preserving accuracy.
Deliver financial updates and compliance briefings to the CEO and Board.
Provide objective, solution-focused guidance to the CEO on financial risk, compliance, and strategic decisions.
Collaborate with the CEO and Chief Operations & Program Officer to align budgets, cash flow, and compliance with organizational priorities.
Serve as a trusted advisor, challenging assumptions when needed and flagging concerns early.
Work with program staff and grant writer to ensure financial accuracy in grant proposals and program budgets.
Offer financial analysis to inform strategic decisions.
Train managers on allowable expenses, budget tracking, and compliance requirements.
Build scalable financial infrastructure to support ART INC’s future growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
7+ years of nonprofit finance experience, with emphasis on grants compliance and budgeting.
Proven expertise with 2 CFR 200 and government or state-funded grants.
Direct experience leading audits and managing funder financial reporting.
Experience presenting financial information to senior leadership and boards.
Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to work independently.

Benefits

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

What Success Looks Like

Audits are clean and delivered on schedule with no material findings.
Grant PFRs and financial reports are accurate and timely.
Cash flow is clearly visible and reliably reported to leadership.
Dependence on external accounting support is reduced due to improved processes.
CEO, Board, and funders have increased confidence in ART INC’s financial management.

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