Grants Programs Lead: Financial Oversight & Compliance

CommonSpirit Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health seeks a Grants Specialist to lead the design, implementation, and tracking of grant activities under the Director of Community Health. You will collaborate across departments to optimize fund utilization and improve efficiency, delivering high-quality program referrals.

Demonstrated knowledge of grant management principles, outcome measurement, and budget oversight is essential. You will serve as the resident expert, continually updating knowledge through education and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field required.
• At least three years in grant/contract accounting or management with various funding sources.
• Experience in a complex Hospital system or with post-award grants preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead proper grant expenditures with cross-functional teams and ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting.
• Manage grant reporting and invoicing deadlines with a systemized reminders process and timely financial reports.
• Set up and close grants/contracts, interpret grant agreements, and ensure adherence to regulations and budget revisions.
• Support audits by maintaining complete auditable files and participating in single audits and site reviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned related to grant management.

Skills

Grant management

Financial management

Education

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

Job description

CommonSpirit Health seeks a Grants Specialist to lead the design, implementation, and tracking of grant activities under the Director of Community Health. You will collaborate across departments to optimize fund utilization and improve efficiency, delivering high-quality program referrals.

Demonstrated knowledge of grant management principles, outcome measurement, and budget oversight is essential. You will serve as the resident expert, continually updating knowledge through education and