| Revenue and Grant Finance Specialist Location: Cincinnati, OH – Association Office Reports to: Director of Finance FLSA: Full-time/Exempt Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000 Help steward resources that strengthen communities. The YMCA of Greater Cincinnati is seeking a detail-driven, systems-savvy Revenue & Grant Finance Specialist to play a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, grant compliance, and operational excellence across the Association. This position blends technical accounting expertise with continuous improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and mission-driven impact. If you thrive in complex environments, enjoy building strong processes, and want your work to directly support community-based programs and services, this role offers meaningful scope and visibility. What You’ll Do Financial Operations & Revenue Management - Reconcile Association bank accounts and support reconciliation of operating and e-Pay accounts, promptly identifying and resolving discrepancies.
- Manage secondary point-of-sale systems including PayPal and Square.
- Prepare and/or supervise monthly journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and financial statements.
- Complete GAAP journal vouchers, pledge receivable adjustments, and payroll-related reconciliations.
- Oversee revenue recognition from ancillary software systems to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Supervise income-related month-end close activities.
Systems, Controls & Process Improvement - Lead documentation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of financial and operational processes.
- Monitor, edit, and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs for Daxko Operations components).
- Conduct internal audits, cost studies, and operational analyses; provide recommendations and best practices.
- Research and stay current on financial and operational systems, sharing insights to improve organizational effectiveness.
Corporate Credit Cards & Internal Support - Administer corporate credit card program including card assignments, monthly reconciliations, and posting of charges.
- Train cardholders on policies, reporting requirements, and best practices.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure policy compliance, data integrity, and effective system usage.
Grant & Audit Management - Coordinate fiscal management of federal 21st CCLC and other post-award grants, including budget tracking, expenditure monitoring, and compliance.
- Serve as a financial liaison to grant funders and partner agencies.
- Prepare financial reports for grant-funded programs and monitor grant balances.
- Assist with proposal budgeting and ongoing grant performance analysis.
- Maintain organized grant files, contracts, and documentation for audit readiness.
- Supervise a part-time grant invoicing staff member, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Support annual audit preparation, including schedules, documentation, and auditor inquiries.
What You Bring Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel required; Access a plus).
- Experience with Daxko preferred
Skills & Competencies - Highly detail-oriented, organized, and systems-focused.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to model excellent internal customer service.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across departments and functions.
Key Leadership Competencies - Collaboration
- Functional Expertise
- Critical Thinking & Decision Making
Why the YMCA? At the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati, our work is grounded in Achieving, Relationships, and Belonging. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where your expertise supports programs that strengthen individuals, families, and communities every day.
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