Contracts & Grants Manager

Grants & Contracts Manager | Hybrid in Arlington, VA | 95k - 105k/yr | Direct-Placement Job Description Join our Finance department where we manage accounting, financial planning/budgeting, and procurement operations for a wide range of entities. As a dynamic team, we collaborate to implement best practices and innovative business solutions, ensuring the good stewardship of member funds through transparency and fiscal responsibility. We are seeking a Grants & Contracts Manager to oversee the comprehensive full cycle of grant and contract administration, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and relevant regulations for international grants and government contracts. This role includes overseeing contract management, reviewing solicitation and contractual documents, preparing cost proposals, recommending actions for contract performance, analyzing financials against budgets, participating in audits, and leading the preparation of fully compliant cost proposals. Hard Skills 5 years of grants and contracts management experience Must be a manager level (managing the process, not people) Knowledge of FAR, 2CFR200 and federal award regulations Federal Contracting or Grant Management Certification (preferred) Experience with USAID (preferred) Soft Skills Ability to manage processes efficiently Strong analytical skills Detail-oriented Strong communication skills Work Site This is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Arlington, Virginia and some days remote. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodationastoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodationastoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.