Adams County Government · 1 day ago
Fiscal & Compliance Coordinator
Westminster, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$81K/yr - $93K/yr
3+ years expAdams County Government is seeking a Fiscal & Grant Compliance Coordinator to provide high-level fiscal leadership and oversee all financial operations. This role includes ensuring compliance with various regulations, managing budgets, and serving as a liaison with funding agencies and auditors.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Serve as the fiscal advisor to the Head Start Administrator, providing data-driven recommendations, forecasting, and financial modeling
Lead development of annual operating budgets to ensure alignment with program goals, service plans, and funding requirements
Present monthly financial statements, In-Kind reporting, and fiscal updates to the Policy Council, program leadership, County partners, and oversight bodies
Evaluate the financial implications of program changes, staffing decisions, and strategic initiatives
Oversee monthly financial statements, internal fiscal reports, and reconciliations for accuracy and timeliness
Manage personnel time tracking, labor distribution, timecard reconciliation (including 10-month schedules), and payroll compliance
Review and approve accounts payable entries, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, P-Card reports, and employee reimbursements
Conduct monthly budget-to-actual analysis, investigate variances, and ensure expenditures align with all grant requirements
Lead year-end fiscal closeout processes for all funding streams (OHS, CACFP, UPK, County, Buell, IY, etc.)
Develop and maintain systems for grant budgeting, cost allocation, and tracking of all allocations and allowable expenditures
Lead preparation of all grant budgets, budget narratives, amendments, and annual cost projections
Submit drawdowns, reimbursement requests, and cash requests to federal, state, and county funders
Track UPK revenue and expenditure monthly; ensure alignment with state eligibility, enrollment, and reporting requirements
Maintain all compliance documentation required for each grant, contract, and funding source
Prepare and submit required Federal Financial Reports (FFRs), property reports (SF-429/SF-428), and all monthly/annual reports
Create and maintain master fiscal files that support compliance and audit readiness
Serve as the primary fiscal contact for external monitors, auditors, County finance, and state oversight agencies
Prepare audit samples, support auditor inquiries, and ensure corrective actions are completed in a timely manner
Conduct trend and scenario analysis, cost/benefit analysis, and long-term projections for planning and decision-making
Develop and maintain fiscal policies, procedures, and internal controls that meet Federal, State, and County standards
Champion continuous improvement by identifying process gaps and implementing system enhancements to strengthen compliance
Oversee creation of workplans, workbooks, fiscal tracking tools, and standardized monitoring systems
Train staff annually—and as needed—on fiscal procedures, documentation expectations, procurement, and grant compliance requirements
Meet regularly with the Head Start Administrator, program leadership, and supervisors to discuss fiscal status, trends, and strategies
Provide monthly financial updates to program supervisors and support data-informed decision-making
Serve as the fiscal liaison to state financial manager meetings, County budget planning, and funding agency technical assistance sessions
Foster strong working relationships with internal teams, external partners, and oversight bodies
Qualification
Required
Strong knowledge of OMB Uniform Guidance, federal cost principles, and grant compliance
Ability to analyze financial data, forecast trends, and model scenarios
Excellent written and verbal communication, including report preparation and presentation skills
High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet strict deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative, solution-focused relationships
Certified public accountant or has, at a minimum, a baccalaureate degree in accounting, business, fiscal management, or a related field
3+ years of progressive experience in grant accounting, fund accounting, or nonprofit/government finance
Valid Colorado Driver's License and Proof of vehicle insurance
A Motor Vehicle record check will be conducted
Preferred
Experience with Head Start, UPK, or other complex multi-funded programs strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience preparing and managing budgets exceeding $5M preferred
Company
Adams County Government
At Adams County, our people drive innovation and service, powering the work we do for the community.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Chris Brewer
People & Culture Business Partner
Jo Caldwell , PHR
People and Culture Business Partner
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