Manager - Grants Management; Gov't Services Practice

Job Description

At Eisner Amper, we look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an impact. Whether you're starting out in your career or taking your next step as a seasoned professional, the Eisner Amper experience is one-of-a-kind. You can design a career you'll love from top to bottom - we give you the tools you need to succeed and the autonomy to reach your goals.

Eisner Amper is seeking a Manager - Grants Management in our Government Services Practice. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong expertise in federal grant management and a proven track record of managing teams and multiple complex projects. The role will involve leading client engagements, supporting business development, and contributing to thought leadership in the grants management space. Candidates with experience in State and local governments, tribal governments, healthcare, nonprofit entities, and grant writing are strongly preferred.

Note: this could be either a fully remote or hybrid role, if you are located near one of our local offices.

Eisner Amper is committed to an inclusive workplace and equal opportunity for all employees.

What it Means to Work for Eisner Amper:

• You will be part of one of the largest and fastest-growing accounting and advisory firms in the industry

• You will have the flexibility to manage your days in support of our commitment to work/life balance

• You will join a culture that has received multiple top "Places to Work" awards

• We believe great work is accomplished when cultures, ideas, and experiences come together to create new solutions

• Embracing our differences unites us and strengthens our foundation

• Showing up authentically is how we find inspiration to do our best work

What Work You Will Be Responsible For:

• Lead grants management projects, including planning, execution, and delivery

• Supervise and mentor project teams to ensure quality outcomes and professional growth

• Oversee compliance with grant terms, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), and applicable regulations

• Support clients in grant application processes, including research and writing proposals

• Develop project plans, manage budgets, and allocate team resources effectively

• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of client reports, analyses, and recommendations

• Advise on a variety of federally funded programs from federal agencies such as US Treasury, HHS, Department of Education

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with clients across state and local governments, tribal governments, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors

• Contribute to internal and external knowledge management through training, insight articles, webinar participation, and conference participation

• Identify funding opportunities and interpret grant guidelines for clients

• Lead or support thought leadership initiatives in the grants management space

• May be required to occasionally work extended hours, and travel to/work from different firm offices and/or client locations

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field

• 5+ years of successful federal grant management experience

• At least 1 year of experience directly leading/managing federal grants projects in a consulting or advisory practice

• Prior supervisory experience and proficiency in project management principles

Preferred or Desired

Qualifications:

• Experience managing multiple projects with varying size and scope

• Experience with pre-award, post-award, and closeout processes for federal grants

• Grant writing experience with federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial agencies

• Strong policy background, including 2 CFR 200 compliance requirements

• Experience working with tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and nonprofit entities

• Ability to identify funding opportunities and understand grant application guidelines

• Ability to contribute to thought leadership through webinars, conferences, or publications

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines

• Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Power Point

• CGMS, PMP or similar credential

Eisner Amper is proud to be a merit-based employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of veteran or disability status or any protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.

For Minnesota, Colorado and Illinois, the expected salary range for this position is between $90,000 and $115,000. The range for the position in other geographies may vary based on market differences. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

About our Government Sector Services Team:

Eisner Amper provides assurance, advisory and outsourcing services to hundreds of governmental clients, including federal, state, local and county/parish governmental entities, municipalities, public retirement systems, school boards and districts and more. Because of our diverse governmental…