Manhattan Strategy Group · 1 day ago
Fiscal Reviewer Consultant (Head Start Monitoring)
Bethesda, MD
Part-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expManhattan Strategy Group specializes in delivering innovative solutions to federal clients and is seeking a Fiscal Reviewer Consultant to support federal monitoring of Head Start and Early Head Start grant recipients. The role involves conducting fiscal, administrative, and management reviews, analyzing fiscal systems, and contributing to monitoring reports.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Complete all required virtual training prior to participation in monitoring reviews to gain proficiency in monitoring processes, protocols, reporting systems, and related resources
Participate in all required competency-based professional development and refresher trainings, including: Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS), Monitoring process updates, Reporting and database systems, Applicable federal fiscal requirements and guidance
Conduct fiscal reviews of Head Start and Early Head Start grant recipients to assess compliance with federal fiscal and administrative requirements
Analyze grantee organizational structures across entity types (e.g., nonprofit organizations, Local Educational Agencies, community action agencies, single-purpose entities) to understand fiscal governance and management systems
Assess how fiscal and administrative systems support program operations and services, including school readiness, family engagement, health and safety, fiscal oversight, and services for children with disabilities
Review the role of governing bodies and policy groups in fiscal and administrative decision-making and oversight
Review and analyze a broad range of fiscal, administrative, and programmatic data sources and documentation using standardized monitoring tools
Obtain, synthesize, and critically evaluate complex information to understand program performance and identify root causes of fiscal or administrative challenges
Analyze how grantees use data to support continuous improvement and align fiscal resources with identified service needs and community assessments
Conduct interviews and document reviews as part of onsite and virtual monitoring activities
Collect, document, and enter all required data and evidence into OHS-designated monitoring software systems
Develop clear, concise, and evidence-based narrative summaries describing findings, concerns, and issues in accordance with current monitoring protocols
Ensure all documentation and narratives align with monitoring standards and accurately reflect evidence collected during the review
Collaborate with multidisciplinary review teams to ensure consistent implementation of monitoring protocols
Maintain objectivity, confidentiality, and professionalism throughout all monitoring activities
Remain current on changes to federal rules, regulations, and guidance affecting Head Start and Early Head Start programs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with a minimum of 12 college-level accounting credits
At least three (3) years of experience in fiscal management, auditing, monitoring, or oversight of federally funded programs
Demonstrated knowledge of federal fiscal requirements and compliance standards
Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize complex information
Strong written communication skills, including experience preparing narrative reports
Ability to travel independently to monitoring sites nationwide
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary review team
Preferred
Experience with Head Start or Early Head Start programs
Prior experience conducting federal monitoring or compliance reviews
Familiarity with HSPPS, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), and federal grant management requirements
Company
Manhattan Strategy Group
Manhattan Strategy Group is a management consulting company in Bethesda and Maryland.
51-200 employees
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Shezad Habib
President and Managing Director
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