Grants Analyst, Government Grants

American Heart Association; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization is seeking a Grant Analyst, Government Grants, to provide operational support for government grants. This full-time, remote position requires a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant experience. The analyst will manage grant documentation, budgets, and compliance throughout the grant lifecycle, ensuring proper communication with grantors. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits included.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plan with employer match

Tuition assistance

Work-life harmonization programs

Qualifications

• At least three years of relevant experience, five years preferred.
• Understanding of OMB Uniform Guidance and NIH policies.
• Familiarity with grantors such as CDC, HRSA, and NIH.

Responsibilities

• Determine prior approval requirements for awards and monitor compliance.
• Develop and monitor budgets to align with project needs.
• Ensure salaries reflect the work performed under the grant.
• Partner with leads to ensure timely expense approvals.
• Coordinate forms for contractors and subrecipients as needed.
• Manage grantor communications and track milestones.

Skills

Understanding of financial systems

Project management

Budget development

Compliance with federal regulations

Familiarity with federal funding mechanisms

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Since our founding in 1924, we have worked to reduce cardiovascular disease deaths and continue to pursue improvements in health outcomes. We seek passionate individuals to join our mission and help create a healthier future for all. The American Heart Association invites applications for a Grant Analyst, Government Grants with the Office of Funded Programs team. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, grant-funded opportunity. Current funding will expire on July 31, 2026, with the potential for extension. The position is flexible and remote.

Reporting to the VP, Funded Programs, the Grant Analyst, Government Grants will provide operational support to Principal Investigators (PIs) and implementation teams for specific government grants throughout the grant lifecycle.

The expected pay range is $70,000 to $80,000. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply.

The Association supports work-life harmonization and offers access to Heart U, our corporate university, plus additional training and local support.

Join us in living our values and making an impact. For information about our culture and how we support employees, follow us on public channels (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X) and visit heart.jobs.

Responsibilities

• Prior Approval Requests & Compliance: Determine prior approval requirements or waivers for a given award and monitor for activities that may require approval from grantors; coordinate and facilitate as needed.
• Budget Planning: Develop, monitor, and adjust budgets to align with project needs, funding requirements, and federal cost principles; prepare budget revisions and justifications.
• Compensation Compliance: Ensure salaries and wages charged reflect the work performed under the grant.
• Expense Review: Partner with project leads to ensure expenses and invoices are accurately completed, reviewed, approved, and submitted timely; resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Cost Transfers: Ensure cost transfers and expense reallocations are properly documented and compliant with grant regulations.
• Subrecipient & Contract Management: Coordinate forms for contractors and subrecipients; collaborate with cross-functional teams and systems for approvals; prepare documents for subrecipient monitoring and contractor bid processes as needed.
• Communication and Reporting: Manage grantor communications, obtain internal approvals for grantor requests, and track milestones and deliverables with program teams.
• Other Duties: Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• At least three years of relevant experience (five years preferred)
• Understanding of financial systems, journal entries, and expense management, including budget development
• Project management experience with compliance to federal and state regulations
• Understanding of OMB Uniform Guidance and NIH policies
• Familiarity with federal funding mechanisms and grantors such as CDC, HRSA, and NIH

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range is $70,000 to $80,000, commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply.

The American Heart Association offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Details are available on Rewards & Benefits pages.

• Compensation: Competitive base salary with regular market reviews and adjustments as needed.
• Performance and Recognition: Annual salary planning and incentive programs where applicable.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement with employer match, and wellness programs.
• Professional Development: Access to mentoring programs, Employee Resource Groups, and HeartU online resources.
• Work-Life Harmonization: PTO and paid holidays; additional time off as appropriate by seniority.
• Tuition Assistance: Financial support for education related to current duties or future roles.

The American Heart Association is focused on improving health outcomes and advancing science, policy, and care for healthier lives. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a diverse workforce. EEO/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities.

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Location: US-based remote options available.