Capital Area Food Bank
Senior Director, Grant Management and Financial Planning
Capital Area Food Bank, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Senior Director, Grant Management and Financial Planning
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this senior position oversees the financial stewardship and compliance of a complex, multi‑million‑dollar grants portfolio and leads the organization’s annual and long‑term budgeting process. The role serves as a key financial partner to leadership and staff across the entire organization.
Essential Functions Grant Management & Compliance (45%)
Leads the financial management and administration for CAFB’s grants portfolio, including federal funding, foundation, corporate, and individual awards.
Ensures excellence in award management and strict compliance with all grant terms, conditions, and regulations, particularly for complex government contracts.
Serves as a primary financial point of contact for government funding agencies, building and maintaining strong working relationships.
Develops and maintains robust systems for efficient financial management of grants, including timely recordation of expenses (cash and in‑kind), accurate financial reporting, and efficient close‑out processes.
Partners closely with program managers to ensure seamless grant implementation by developing and disseminating clear tools, templates, and guidelines for the entire award lifecycle.
Manages and mentors a team of two grant management professionals, with the autonomy to structure the team to meet organizational needs.
Collaborates with the Development team on proposal budgets and financial reporting to private funders.
Budget Management & Strategic Partnership (35%)
In partnership with the CFO, directs the systems, tools, and processes for managing the organization’s annual operating budget and long‑term financial planning.
Serves as the primary liaison and financial guide for department leaders throughout the full‑cycle budget process.
Leads the annual budget process, ensuring a collaborative and transparent approach that aligns with strategic priorities.
Continuously monitors organizational and departmental budget performance, providing program leaders with actionable insights and analyses.
Identifies and analyzes budget variances, helping align resources, address gaps, and provide strategic recommendations to the CFO and executive team.
Financial Systems & Process Improvement (20%)
Drives continuous improvement of budget and grant management systems and processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Evaluates and enhances workflows related to grant and budget management.
Develops and maintains an organizational budget management system.
Designs budget templates and financial reporting tools.
Develops, enhances, and maintains financial dashboards for stakeholders.
Identifies opportunities for automation and leverages technology to streamline reporting and analysis.
In partnership with IT and Analytics, delivers dynamic financial scenarios, predictive modeling, and other advanced data use cases to inform improved financial or operational performance.
Qualifications Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required.
10–15 years progressive experience in finance or accounting.
Significant, direct experience managing financial and compliance aspects of large, complex, highly regulated grants; preference for federal pass‑through funding.
Experience managing a full‑cycle organizational budget for an organization of comparable size and complexity ($50+ million annual budget).
Deep understanding of nonprofit financial management principles and managing restricted and unrestricted funding streams.
Experience overseeing grant compliance under federal award regulations (Uniform Guidance).
Excellent organizational skills, technical aptitude, and very high proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Experience using data visualization and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker) connected to data warehouses (Microsoft Fabric, Google BigQuery, Snowflake).
Functional literacy in SQL or similar code‑based tools to analyze and prepare large datasets; confidence in working “under the hood.”
Proven ability to manage and mentor staff.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, high emotional intelligence, and proven negotiation and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with NetSuite or similar complex ERP system.
Track record developing and managing bespoke budget collection and accumulation solutions across multiple departments.
Experience developing or delivering technical training programs for non‑financial audiences.
Experience creating automated processes through low‑code tools (Power Automate, Power Apps, macros).
Interest in additional coding languages (Python, JavaScript), AI, and emerging technologies in finance.
Other Skills And Abilities
Strong commitment to social justice and genuine desire to serve the Greater Washington region.
High integrity and moral character supporting the mission, philosophy, and ideals of the Capital Area Food Bank.
Physical Demands / Working Conditions
Primarily desk‑based with occasional travel throughout the Greater Washington area.
Standard business office setting with fast‑paced timelines and mission‑driven priorities.
Reporting Reports to Chief Financial Officer.
Application Process
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
All applicants must apply online. Please log in to your personal Paycom application account to check status.
Compensation $135,000 to $150,900 annually.
Schedule
Hybrid with expectation of 3 days in the DC office; may require up to 4–5 days a week for events.
Travel to CAFB’s facility in Northern Virginia may be required up to several times a month.
Regular work hours Monday–Friday 9 am–5 pm; occasional nights/weekends for events may be required.
We Offer Capital Area Food Bank provides a broad range of benefits including competitive compensation and benefits, free onsite parking, complimentary shuttle to metro, professional development, growth, volunteer opportunities, and a diverse work environment.
EEO Statement Capital Area Food Bank welcomes and supports a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities (EEO) for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on needs, job requirements, and qualifications without regard to protected characteristics. Harassment or discrimination based on these characteristics will not be tolerated. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Essential Functions Grant Management & Compliance (45%)
Leads the financial management and administration for CAFB’s grants portfolio, including federal funding, foundation, corporate, and individual awards.
Ensures excellence in award management and strict compliance with all grant terms, conditions, and regulations, particularly for complex government contracts.
Serves as a primary financial point of contact for government funding agencies, building and maintaining strong working relationships.
Develops and maintains robust systems for efficient financial management of grants, including timely recordation of expenses (cash and in‑kind), accurate financial reporting, and efficient close‑out processes.
Partners closely with program managers to ensure seamless grant implementation by developing and disseminating clear tools, templates, and guidelines for the entire award lifecycle.
Manages and mentors a team of two grant management professionals, with the autonomy to structure the team to meet organizational needs.
Collaborates with the Development team on proposal budgets and financial reporting to private funders.
Budget Management & Strategic Partnership (35%)
In partnership with the CFO, directs the systems, tools, and processes for managing the organization’s annual operating budget and long‑term financial planning.
Serves as the primary liaison and financial guide for department leaders throughout the full‑cycle budget process.
Leads the annual budget process, ensuring a collaborative and transparent approach that aligns with strategic priorities.
Continuously monitors organizational and departmental budget performance, providing program leaders with actionable insights and analyses.
Identifies and analyzes budget variances, helping align resources, address gaps, and provide strategic recommendations to the CFO and executive team.
Financial Systems & Process Improvement (20%)
Drives continuous improvement of budget and grant management systems and processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Evaluates and enhances workflows related to grant and budget management.
Develops and maintains an organizational budget management system.
Designs budget templates and financial reporting tools.
Develops, enhances, and maintains financial dashboards for stakeholders.
Identifies opportunities for automation and leverages technology to streamline reporting and analysis.
In partnership with IT and Analytics, delivers dynamic financial scenarios, predictive modeling, and other advanced data use cases to inform improved financial or operational performance.
Qualifications Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required.
10–15 years progressive experience in finance or accounting.
Significant, direct experience managing financial and compliance aspects of large, complex, highly regulated grants; preference for federal pass‑through funding.
Experience managing a full‑cycle organizational budget for an organization of comparable size and complexity ($50+ million annual budget).
Deep understanding of nonprofit financial management principles and managing restricted and unrestricted funding streams.
Experience overseeing grant compliance under federal award regulations (Uniform Guidance).
Excellent organizational skills, technical aptitude, and very high proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Experience using data visualization and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker) connected to data warehouses (Microsoft Fabric, Google BigQuery, Snowflake).
Functional literacy in SQL or similar code‑based tools to analyze and prepare large datasets; confidence in working “under the hood.”
Proven ability to manage and mentor staff.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, high emotional intelligence, and proven negotiation and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with NetSuite or similar complex ERP system.
Track record developing and managing bespoke budget collection and accumulation solutions across multiple departments.
Experience developing or delivering technical training programs for non‑financial audiences.
Experience creating automated processes through low‑code tools (Power Automate, Power Apps, macros).
Interest in additional coding languages (Python, JavaScript), AI, and emerging technologies in finance.
Other Skills And Abilities
Strong commitment to social justice and genuine desire to serve the Greater Washington region.
High integrity and moral character supporting the mission, philosophy, and ideals of the Capital Area Food Bank.
Physical Demands / Working Conditions
Primarily desk‑based with occasional travel throughout the Greater Washington area.
Standard business office setting with fast‑paced timelines and mission‑driven priorities.
Reporting Reports to Chief Financial Officer.
Application Process
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
All applicants must apply online. Please log in to your personal Paycom application account to check status.
Compensation $135,000 to $150,900 annually.
Schedule
Hybrid with expectation of 3 days in the DC office; may require up to 4–5 days a week for events.
Travel to CAFB’s facility in Northern Virginia may be required up to several times a month.
Regular work hours Monday–Friday 9 am–5 pm; occasional nights/weekends for events may be required.
We Offer Capital Area Food Bank provides a broad range of benefits including competitive compensation and benefits, free onsite parking, complimentary shuttle to metro, professional development, growth, volunteer opportunities, and a diverse work environment.
EEO Statement Capital Area Food Bank welcomes and supports a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities (EEO) for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on needs, job requirements, and qualifications without regard to protected characteristics. Harassment or discrimination based on these characteristics will not be tolerated. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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