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MGT

Operations Lead, Finance

MGT

. Oversee financial management, fiscal accountability, and administrative operations for a regional technical assistance center .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial management, budgeting, and compliance with federal grant requirements, ensuring fiscal accountability and operational efficiency. Proficient in preparing financial reports and managing contract administration while maintaining strong organizational and analytical skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Financial ManagementBudgetingFederal Grant ComplianceFinancial ReportingContract Administration

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Hard Skills
Financial AnalysisBudget ForecastingExpenditure TrackingResource AllocationAudit ReadinessProcurement CoordinationBudget-to-Actual AnalysisFinancial DocumentationOperational OversightRisk Identification
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication Skills
Tools & Technologies
Financial Analysis ToolsSpreadsheetsBudgeting Systems
Industry Keywords
Fiscal AccountabilityContract AdministrationFederal Funding AccountabilityOperational PrioritiesEmerging-Needs Set-Aside

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Oversee financial management, fiscal accountability, and administrative operations for a regional technical assistance center
  • Manage project budgets, financial reporting, procurement, and contract administration
  • Ensure expenditures align with approved service plans, federal grant requirements, and operational priorities
  • Manage budgeting, expenditure tracking, forecasting, and resource allocation
  • Prepare quarterly financial reports for the Governing Board, including budget-to-actual expenditures, obligations, spending projections, and material variances
  • Oversee contract administration, procurement coordination, and financial documentation
  • Monitor compliance with applicable federal fiscal requirements and approved project budgets
  • Coordinate with project leadership and grants compliance personnel to support financial accountability and reporting
  • Track commitments and expenditures associated with the center's annual 5% emerging-needs set-aside
  • Support preparation of budget amendments, funding reallocations, and financial recommendations for Governing Board review
  • Maintain financial records, internal controls, and documentation supporting audit readiness
  • Identify financial risks and opportunities to improve operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness
  • Collaborate with education leaders and technical assistance specialists across five states

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field
  • Experience in financial management, budgeting, and operational oversight for complex projects
  • Knowledge of federal grant financial management, procurement, and compliance requirements
  • Experience preparing financial reports, expenditure forecasts, and budget-to-actual analyses
  • Familiarity with contract administration and federal funding accountability
  • Strong proficiency with financial analysis tools, spreadsheets, and budgeting systems
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple financial and administrative priorities while maintaining accuracy and accountability

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible paid time off
  • 5% 401K matching program
  • Equity opportunities
  • Incentive and bonus programs
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Full-health benefits with base employee coverage fully funded
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • Income protection benefits
  • Flexible and remote work options
  • Professional development opportunities for career growth