Grants Analyst, Government Grants

American Heart Association; Irvine (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization is looking for a Grant Analyst to support government grants. This role includes budget planning, compliance monitoring, and grantor communications. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of experience in grant management. This is a full-time, remote position with a salary range of $70,000 to $80,000.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement program with employer match

Tuition assistance

Work-life harmonization benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of relevant experience, preferably five.
• Understanding of financial systems and budget development.
• Experience in project management compliant with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Determine prior approval requirements or waivers for specific awards.
• Develop, monitor, and adjust budgets for projects.
• Manage grantor communications and approvals.

Skills

Financial Systems

Project Management

Federal Regulations knowledge

Funding Mechanisms familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Since our founding in 1924, we have reduced cardiovascular disease deaths, but more work remains. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our movement and help create a healthier future for all. The American Heart Association has a phenomenal opportunity for a Grant Analyst, Government Grants with our 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 location for this position is flexible and remote.

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

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

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support locally.

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Responsibilities

• Prior Approval Requests & Compliance: Determine prior approval requirements or waivers specific to a particular award and monitor for activity that may require prior approval from grantors; develop, coordinate, and facilitate accordingly.

• Budget Planning: Develop, monitor, and adjust budgets to align with project resource needs, funding requirements, and federal cost principles. This includes preparing budget revisions and drafting justifications.

• Compensation Compliance: Ensure that salaries and wages charged are fair and accurately 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 promptly. Resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

• Cost Transfers: Ensure that all cost transfers and expense reallocations are properly documented and comply with grant regulations.

• Subrecipient & Contract Management: Coordinate the completion of required forms for contractors and subrecipients, work with cross-functional teams and systems (e.g., Optimus) for approval processes, and prepare necessary documents for subrecipient monitoring and contractor bid process, as needed.

• Communication and Reporting: Manage grantor communications, coordinate internal approvals for grantor requests, and collaborate with program teams to track milestones and deliverables.

• Other Duties: Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent

• At least three (3) years of relevant experience. Five (5) years preferred.

• Financial Systems: Understanding of financial systems, journal entries, and expense management, including budget development.

• Project Management: Experience in project management in compliance with federal and state regulations.

• Federal Regulations: Understanding of OMB Uniform Guidance and NIH policies.

• Funding Mechanisms: Familiarity with federal grantors such as CDC, HRSA, and NIH.

Compensation & Benefits

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

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit the Rewards & Benefits page to see more details.

• Compensation: Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. We regularly review market value and adjust as needed.

• Performance and Recognition: You are rewarded for success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; eligibility for an incentive program is based on the type of position.

• Benefits: We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. Additional programs support well-being, including employee assistance, wellness, telemedicine, and medical consultation.

• Professional Development: Join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or participate in mentoring programs. HeartU provides extensive resources to support your schedule and development.

• Work-Life Harmonization: PTO and holidays are offered; specifics vary by tenure and role.

• Tuition Assistance: Financial assistance for further education related to current duties or future positions.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities.

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Default: Location US-TX-Dallas

Posted Date 3 days ago (9/25/2025 5:08 PM)

Requisition ID 2025-16451

Job Category Finance & Accounting

Position Type Full Time