Budget & Grant Manager

About BranchED

BranchED is a professional services organization and a collective of university faculty and leaders advancing educational excellence by expanding individual capacity, enabling supportive relationships, boosting institutional effectiveness, and collaborating with communities.

We believe every student deserves access to caring, adaptive, and well-prepared teachers; every teacher deserves high-quality preparation that empowers; and every person benefits when we create a higher standard of education together.

We are committed to achieving programmatic transformation that leads to improved outcomes for educators who, in turn, positively impact all students by preparing them to maximize their life possibilities.

Position Overview

The Budget & Grant Manager plays a key role in BranchED's financial stewardship and operational excellence. This position oversees organization-wide budgeting, grant financial management, forecasting, and compliance—ensuring BranchED responsibly manages resources, meets funder requirements, and is positioned for sustainable growth.

Reporting to the COO, the Budget & Grant Manager collaborates closely with the finance, contracts, program, and development teams to build strong financial systems, enable clear decision-making, and support the organization in achieving its strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise & Grant Budget Development & Management

• Lead development of the annual organizational budget and multi-year forecasts.

• Consolidate departmental budget inputs; ensure alignment with strategic and programmatic goals.

• Monitor actuals vs. budget; conduct variance analysis and recommend adjustments.

• Partner with program and leadership teams to ensure responsible budget stewardship.

Grant Management & Compliance

• Maintain a comprehensive grants calendar, including reporting, proposal deadlines, and renewal cycles.

• Prepare grant budgets for federal, state, and private funders; ensure compliance with allowable cost guidelines.

• Oversee financial compliance for restricted funds: cost allocation, time tracking, indirect cost recovery.

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for donors, leadership, and the board.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Develop financial dashboards that support program teams and leadership decision-making.

• Conduct scenario planning and forecasting for new initiatives, funding shifts, or strategic opportunities.

• Support annual audit preparation by providing schedules, documentation, and grant-related reporting.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Develop, maintain, and improve BranchED's budgeting and grant management systems.

• Establish and strengthen internal controls and financial procedures.

• Train staff on budget management, grant compliance, and financial concepts to increase organization-wide literacy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field preferred.

• 3–5+ years of experience in nonprofit finance, budgeting, or grant management.

• Strong knowledge of nonprofit GAAP and fund accounting.

• Demonstrated experience preparing and managing multi-program and restricted fund budgets.

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage Intacct) and advanced Excel skills.

• Ability to develop clear, accessible financial dashboards and analyses.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to translate financial information for non-financial audiences.

• Experience with federal, state, and private grant compliance requirements.

• Familiarity with audit preparation and working with external auditors.

• Highly organized, analytical, and detail-oriented; able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $63,500 to $80,000 and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the whole person. Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with employer match

• Generous paid time off , including vacation, sick time, holidays, and a paid July rest week

• Wellness wallet

• Professional development support

• Technology and home office support