Grants Management Specialist

Empirical; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus programs

Referral bonuses

Paid holidays PTO

Health/dental/vision

Life and disability

401(k) match

Certification reimbursements

Job summary

Empirical Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented Grants Management Specialist to lead the full lifecycle of federal and non-federal grants, from application development to closeout in Washington, DC.

You will monitor expenditures for 2 CFR 200 compliance, reconcile costs, and collaborate with program, finance, and compliance teams to ensure accurate reporting and successful grant outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• 6+ years of grants management from application to closeout.
• CPA candidate or CGFM preferred.
• Strong knowledge of 2 CFR 200 federal regulations.
• Experience with grant budgeting, applications, and reconciliations.
• Familiarity with risk assessment and multiple funding streams.
• Proficient in grant management systems and MS Office.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to pass a federal background check; U.S. Citizenship may be required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full grant lifecycle from application and budgeting to closeout.
• Monitor expenditures for compliance with 2 CFR 200 and agency guidelines.
• Reconcile accounts to ensure costs are allowable, allocable, and reasonable.
• Collaborate with program teams on grant applications, budgets, and docs.
• Conduct risk assessments and identify compliance issues with solutions.
• Maintain accurate records in grant management systems.
• Coordinate with finance, program, and compliance teams for seamless ops.
• Provide responsive support to internal and external stakeholders.
• Foster innovation, share knowledge, and promote teamwork.
• Stay informed on evolving grant regulations and funding opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Budgeting

Grant management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Tools

Grant management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary Range: $105,000 to $120,000
Empirical Corporation is on the rise in financial management services, and we're looking for a sharp, motivated Grants Management Specialist to join our team! We're seeking a detail-oriented and proactive professional to lead and support the full lifecycle of grant management, from application development to closeout.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the full grant lifecycle—from application and budgeting to closeout
• Monitor expenditures for compliance with 2 CFR 200 and agency-specific guidelines
• Reconcile accounts to ensure costs are allowable, allocable, and reasonable
• Collaborate with program teams on grant applications, budgets, and documentation
• Conduct risk assessments and identify compliance issues with recommended solutions
• Maintain accurate records in grant management systems
• Coordinate with finance, program, and compliance teams for seamless operations
• Provide responsive, service-oriented support to internal and external stakeholders
• Foster innovation, share knowledge, and contribute to a collaborative team culture
• Stay informed on evolving grant regulations and funding opportunities

We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
• Minimum 6 years of experience managing grants from application to closeout
• CPA candidate or CGFM preferred
• Strong knowledge of federal grant regulations (2 CFR 200)
• Skilled in grant budgeting, application development, and account reconciliation
• Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and multiple funding streams (federal, state, local)
• Proficient in grant management systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Service-oriented mindset with a commitment to innovation and teamwork
• Tech-savvy and eager to share knowledge and promote continuous learning
• Ability to pass a federal background check; U.S. Citizenship may be required for some engagements

Empirical Corporation is a financial, consulting, and information technology firm focused on delivering improved financial management through automation, expanding data-driven decision-making, and audit-defensible financial reporting. We provide technical guidance and advice on accounting, audit, financial reporting, and financial system configuration, financial automation, and implementation matters. We are known for our subject matter expertise, attention to detail, and high-quality, results-oriented outputs.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Competitive compensation and bonus programs for outstanding achievements.
• Additional compensation opportunities, including employee referrals and business development bonuses.
• Generous paid time off – 11 paid holidays and vacation/personal/sick day PTO.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Matching 401 (k) retirement plan.
• Reimbursement for certification exams, CPE, other education opportunities, and professional association membership dues.

Empirical Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law. If you are a candidate in need of assistance or accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources. Please be advised that this contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of the application.