School Grant & Payroll Specialist

Minga Education Group, Inc. Job Title : School Grant & Payroll Specialist Type : Full-Time Compensation : $66,500-$77,000 / annually Reporting to : School Finance Manager Location : Remote, must live in Colorado About Us : We are a small non-profit organization based in Colorado, passionate about helping charter schools succeed.

Our primary goal is to assist schools in optimizing their business, human resources and financial functions. We strongly believe that working collaboratively with schools and supporting their essential back-office functions can help them focus on their core mission of educating students.

We understand that schools face many challenges, and our team is committed to helping them overcome these challenges by providing tailored solutions.

As an employee of Minga Education Group, you will be part of a small, passionate and dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on the education sector.

You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of schools and make a meaningful contribution to their success.

We are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters growth and professional development.

Job Overview : We are seeking a detail-oriented Grant & Payroll Specialist to support our network of independent charter schools.

The ideal candidate will manage grant administration for all local, state and federal grants for our charter schools and payroll reporting with accuracy and efficiency.

This position will report directly to the School Finance Manager. Responsibilities : Grant Administration : Oversee grant compliance and reporting processes for all local, state and federal grants Monitor grant budgets and expenditures to ensure alignment with funding requirements.

Ensure all grant transactions are recorded properly in Quickbooks Online Complete all reimbursement requests for awarded grants from the appropriate agency Payroll Reporting : Work with Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate payroll processing Prepare payroll journal entries for all sites and enter into Quickbooks Online Ensure compliance with payroll policies and regulations.

Financial Reporting : Assist in financial reporting and analysis related to grants and payroll. Accounts Management : When needed, assist in the processing of Accounts Payable and Receivable transactions accurately and timely.

Compliance and Documentation : Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and organizational policies. Support audits and compliance reviews related to grants and payroll.

Preferred Qualifications : Proven experience in grant management and payroll administration. Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.

Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, MS Office (especially Excel), and Google Suite. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Familiarity with CDE Chart of Accounts preferred Experience in a Colorado school, district or authorizer preferred Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Must be legally authorized to work in the US and live in Colorado. Benefits : 100% employer-paid employee health, dental and vision 401k : 100% match up to 5% of compensation Flexible work environment Focus on outcome not hours Small, dedicated team 18 days paid time off annually To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references.

In your cover letter, please highlight your relevant experience, soft skills, and why you are passionate about joining our team.

We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how your skills and experience can contribute to the success of our independent charter schools.

At Minga Education Group, we proudly operate as an Equal Opportunity Employer, purposely building an inclusive workforce representative of various cultures, perspectives, and experiences.

We believe in respect for all and do not discriminate based on hair, race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law is not allowed.

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