FIELD Institute · 5 hours ago
CCEC Grants & Accounting Analyst
Bakersfield, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$25/hr - $30/hr
3+ years expFIELD Institute is seeking a Grants & Accounting Analyst responsible for the analysis, tracking, and compliance oversight of grant and funding sources supporting CCEC programs. This role serves as the primary liaison between the Accounting Department and CCEC, ensuring accurate budgeting and compliance with funding agreements.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the financial liaison between Accounting and CCEC for all grant-related activity
Analyze grant budgets, burn rates, and expenditure trends to ensure funds are spent accurately and within required timeframes
Review and validate grant expenditures, ensuring correct account coding, cost allocation, and alignment with approved budgets
Support monthly and quarterly reconciliations and financial close processes related to grant funding
Analyze grant agreements to determine: Allowable and unallowable costs, Spending deadlines and performance periods, Cost allocation methodologies, Matching or cost-share requirements (if applicable)
Provide informed guidance to CCEC staff on how, when, and under which funding source costs should be incurred
Identify, document, and escalate compliance risks, variances, or funding constraints
Support the development and ongoing monitoring of grant budgets and budget modifications
Prepare, analyze, and reconcile grant financial reports for internal leadership and external funders
Investigate variances between budgeted and actual expenditures and recommend corrective actions when needed
Develop and maintain financial tracking tools, spreadsheets, and dashboards to monitor grant performance
Provide analytical support to CCEC leadership regarding: Funding utilization, Cash flow timing (reimbursement vs. advance funding), Risk of underspending or over-expenditure
Use financial data to support strategic funding decisions and planning
Prepare financial documentation and schedules to support audits, funder monitoring visits, and compliance reviews
Ensure grant-related financial records are complete, accurate, and audit-ready
Partner with Accounting to respond to audit inquiries and resolve findings related to grants
Analyze existing grant financial processes and recommend improvements to strengthen internal controls and compliance
Assist in developing standardized grant accounting procedures and documentation requirements
Support training for CCEC program staff on financial compliance and grant spending requirements
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in grant accounting, financial analysis, or nonprofit accounting
Strong working knowledge of grant accounting and nonprofit fund accounting
Understanding of allowable cost principles, funding restrictions, and expenditure timing
Familiarity with state, federal, and private grant compliance requirements
Knowledge of budgeting, financial analysis, and reconciliation practices
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools
Ability to interpret complex funding agreements and translate them into practical financial guidance
High attention to detail with strong documentation and organizational skills
Effective communicator able to collaborate with finance and program teams
Preferred
Experience working closely with Accounting/Finance departments
Prior experience supporting audits or funder financial reporting strongly preferred
Company
FIELD Institute
FIELD is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1978 by Cesar E.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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