Coordinator, Grants & Finance

National Scholarship Providers Association; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Health insurance ( CCSF 75% coverage)

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Professional development opportunities

Retirement plan after one year

Paid time off + 7US holidays

Job summary

Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation is seeking a Grants & Finance Coordinator to support scholarship disbursements, financial operations, and fundraising efforts. You will ensure accurate records, timely communications, and coordination across platforms and stakeholders.

This role covers finance, grants administration, and advancement tasks, with a hybrid in-office schedule after an initial 90-day period, plus competitive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in nonprofit finance, grants, or scholarship administration.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and donor/CRM systems (e.g., Blackbaud, Salesforce, or FENXT).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis and reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial data across accounting systems and prepare invoices.
• Track payments, reconcile charges, and support audits.
• Coordinate scholarship and grant disbursement records and communications.
• Support donor contributions, invoices, and year-end gift statements.

Skills

Excel

Financial databases

CRM systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Blackbaud

Salesforce

FENXT

Job description

Who We Are

For nearly 40 years, Coca-Cola Scholars have inspired positive change across the globe. With the enduring support of The Coca-Cola Company and Coca-Cola bottlers, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation is dedicated to identifying and investing in high-achieving students who are driving impact in their communities and beyond. By nurturing the growth of these exceptional young leaders, we are building a vibrant, connected network of socially conscious, service-minded changemakers, united by Coca-Cola and committed to shaping a better world.

Our team is passionate about creating transformative experiences for our stakeholders, and we take pride in fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

What You'll Be Doing

As the Grants & Finance Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in supporting the Foundation’s scholarship disbursements, financial operations, and fundraising efforts. You’ll ensure accurate recordkeeping, timely communications, and seamless coordination across platforms and stakeholders.

Finance & Bookkeeping Support

• Enter and maintain financial data across accounting systems.
• Prepare invoices, track payments, and reconcile credit card charges.
• Support audit preparation and respond to internal finance inquiries.
• Assist with financial analysis and special projects.

Scholarship & Grants Administration

• Coordinate annual scholarship disbursement communications.
• Process disbursement requests and maintain accurate records.
• Support renewal processes and ensure compliance with guidelines.
• Track and reconcile scholarship-related transactions.

Advancement & Fundraising Support

• Manage donor contributions and maintain accurate gift records.
• Generate invoices, receipts, and year-end giving statements.
• Support fundraising campaigns and donor communications.
• Collaborate with the development team to ensure smooth execution of advancement activities.

What we’ll provide:

• A hybrid work schedule (In office Tuesday and Thursday at your manager's discretion after your first 90 days).
• Health insurance coverage options supplemented at 75% by CCSF.
• Foundation-sponsored basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability options.
• Foundation-sponsored professional development opportunities.
• Participation in the Foundation’s retirement plan upon completion of one full year of service (with 1,000 hours worked during the year). Employees are considered fully vested upon completion of five calendar years of service.
• A generous allotment of paid time off in addition to 7 paid US holidays annually.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IS NOT PROVIDED.

Join us in empowering the next generation of leaders.

Who You Are

You are a detail-oriented, highly organized professional with a passion for financial accuracy and operational efficiency. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are comfortable managing multiple responsibilities across finance, grants, and advancement functions. You bring a service-minded approach to your work, ensuring that our stakeholders receive timely and professional support. You are tech-savvy, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience with financial databases, CRM systems, and Excel.
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting best practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• A proactive mindset and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to accuracy, compliance, and high-quality work.
• Appreciation for the Foundation’s mission and values.

What sets you apart:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in nonprofit finance, grants, or scholarship administration.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and donor/CRM systems (e.g., Blackbaud, Salesforce, or FENXT).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to analyze and reconcile data.
• Experience supporting audits, preparing financial reports, or reconciling transactions.
• Familiarity with donor stewardship, fundraising operations, and scholarship/grant disbursements.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Previous experience in a nonprofit, foundation, or education environment preferred.