Grant Administrator

Everblue • Huntersville, NC

29d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Grant Administrator oversees the administration, compliance, and financial management of grant-funded programs. This role ensures all grants are properly tracked, reported, and aligned with organizational goals and funding requirements. The Grant Administrator serves as a liaison between internal departments, funders, and program staff to facilitate smooth grant operations and ensure accountability across all stages of the grant lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 3–5 years of experience in grant administration, compliance, or financial management.
• Strong understanding of federal and state grant regulations, including 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance).
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfort working with databases and financial tracking tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and external partners.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing and managing multi-source grant budgets.
• Experience with nonprofit, government, or federally funded programs.
• Familiarity with accounting standards and audit preparation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full grant lifecycle, including proposal submission, award acceptance, budget development, reporting, and closeout.
• Review grant agreements and ensure compliance with federal, state, and private funding regulations.
• Review and manage subcontractor financials and budget tracking.
• Monitor expenditures and prepare financial and programmatic reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain detailed grant files, databases, and documentation for auditing and reporting purposes.
• Coordinate with program managers and finance teams to track spending, timelines, deliverables, and performance metrics.
• Support grant-writing efforts through data collection, narrative preparation, and budget coordination.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for funders and auditors regarding grant requirements and performance.
• Assist in developing and improving systems and procedures to enhance grant management efficiency and accountability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees