Grants Analyst chez YMCA of Greater Seattle

Our Commitment to Equity 
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner. 

Job Summary 

The Grants Analyst is the financial steward for a portfolio of roughly 100 active grants that fund The YMCA of Greater Seattle’s Social Impact Center, Association Office, and other YMCA of Greater Seattle programs. Your core charge is to own the planning, budgeting, and quarterly forecasting cycle for every grant—ensuring each award is fully understood, accurately budgeted, and continuously monitored against both funder rules and organizational goals. You’ll partner daily with program leads, the Grants Billing team, and external funders to keep forecasts current, surface risks early, and translate data into clear, actionable insights. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and evening/overnight travel may be expected.    

What You Will Get From Working at The Y 

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance 

• Retirement with generous employer contributions 

• Free access to mental health resources 

• Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) 

• Full-time employees qualify for a 50% discount, and part-time employees qualify for a 25% discount, on eligible Childcare Services. 

* Some benefits only available to full-time staff 

Hiring Range: $80,000 - $85,000 annually

Grant Planning & Forecasting  

• Build and maintain annual and multi-year budgets for approximately100 grants, aligning spend plans with award periods, allowable costs, and program milestones. 

• Lead the quarterly reforecast process: gather updates from program staff, refresh projections, and flag variances or funding gaps for leadership review. 

• Produce a consolidated grant forecast that rolls to the association-wide budget and feeds cash-flow planning. 

Financial Analysis & Reporting 

• Support multi-year financial forecasts for grant-funded programs, integrating funding timelines, restrictions, and strategic program goals. 

• Analyze utilization trends, burn-rates, and cost drivers; recommend corrective actions when spending is off-pace. 

• Prepare funder-ready financial reports and internal summaries that compare budget vs. actuals, highlight risks, and quantify available balance by grant. 

• Model “what-if” scenarios for renewals, extensions, or new funding opportunities to inform strategic decisions. 

Budgeting and Forecasting 

• Lead the creation of detailed annual and quarterly grant budgets in coordination with the Finance team and program leaders. 

• Ensure all grant budgets are consistent with funding requirements, program delivery plans, and internal financial targets. 

• Update forecasts as needed based on programmatic shifts, renewal decisions, or changes in funder guidance. 

• Document all budget assumptions clearly to facilitate transparency and compliance. 

Collaboration & Compliance Support 

• Work closely with Grants Billing to reconcile revenue, ensure timely draw-downs, and resolve coding issues. 

• Coordinate with Compliance and Accounting to maintain audit-ready documentation and support 2 CFR 200 / state requirements. 

• Provide ad-hoc training or quick-reference guides so program managers understand key financial rules and timelines. 

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Code of Conduct for Applicants 

• Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Public Administration, or related field. 

• 3+ years in grant budgeting, FP&A, or similar nonprofit finance role. 

• Advanced Excel skills; experience with NetSuite P&B, Adaptive, or comparable planning tools. 

• Strong communication and partnership skills—able to translate finance into clear next steps for non-finance staff. 

• Detail orientation paired with the ability to manage dozens of active budgets simultaneously. 

• Commitment to ethical stewardship and the YMCA mission 

You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you: 

• Thrive on working in a collaborative environment. 

• Are very adaptable. 

• Have high ownership and strong work ethic. 

• Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet. 

• Truly enjoy being of service to people. 

• Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together. 

• Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all. 

OUR MISSION 

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.  

OUR VALUES 

• Respect 

• Responsibility 

• Honesty 

• Caring 

• Passion for Excellence 

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law. 

We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.

If you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to [email protected].