CDBG Program Financial Lead - Disaster Management - Remote US

Overview

The organization is seeking a Lead Financial Management Specialist for its Disaster Management Division to assist with developing data platforms supporting federal disaster recovery grant programs and to carry out strategic, high-impact activities.

• Remote: 100% remote in the U.S. with minimal travel
• Employment type: Non-managerial; open to direct applicants only

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Lead Financial Management Specialist supporting system functionality, configuration, business process alignment, workflow improvement, user adoption, and operational efficiency for CDBG, CDBG-DR, and CDBG-MIT programs.
• Analyze Microsoft Dynamics 365 grant management and financial processes, including:
  • program setup, awards, budgets, activities, obligations, payment requests, invoices, drawdowns, reimbursements, amendments, reports, dashboards, integrations, and user pain points
• Become proficient with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Grant Management, Finance, and Power BI as they apply to CDBG-funded program operations.
• Partner with client and program stakeholders to define requirements, assess feasibility, prioritize enhancements, and support solution design.
• Support data cleanup, imports, exports, reconciliations, reporting validation, payment request review, duplicate or inconsistent data resolution, and data integrity activities.
• Develop and maintain user guides, job aids, standard operating procedures, process flowcharts, checklists, training materials, technical assistance tools, and troubleshooting documentation.
• Support testing activities, including user acceptance testing, defect identification, issue tracking, validation of system enhancements, and coordination of resolution efforts.
• Identify system limitations, configuration gaps, reporting challenges, internal control deficiencies, workflow issues, and process risks; provide practical, solution-focused recommendations.
• Participate in project meetings, strategy discussions, requirements sessions, enhancement prioritization, and problem-solving efforts to ensure MS Dynamics 365 solutions meet client objectives.

Must Have Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, business administration, accounting, finance, public administration, computer science, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 8+ years of professional experience (post-university).
• 5+ years of demonstrated knowledge and experience supporting CDBG-DR and/or CDBG-MIT.
• 5+ years of experience using financial systems, including gathering, documentation, testing support, and end-user technical assistance.
• 5+ years of experience successfully collaborating with cross-functional teams spanning technical, financial, and program stakeholders with expeditious detail and professional communication.
• Willingness and ability to travel (flight and vehicle) for work needs.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and can successfully pass a motor vehicle records check.

Professional Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate complex system, financial, compliance, and process issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical system concepts and CDBG requirements to non-technical audiences.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong commitment to documentation quality, data accuracy, and process consistency—balanced with a results-oriented focus on improving efficiency and system usability.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing competing priorities and building trust across client, technical, and program teams.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $95,000 to $105,000

  • Higher education and skillset will not alter this range and will be based on the % of job description match and location.

• Additional pay range information (full-time): $98,614.00 - $167,644.00

• Pay range context: Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

Location

• Nationwide remote (U.S.)
• Minimal travel

Work Authorization and Sponsorship

• All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
• This position is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship.
• Candidates who currently hold valid work authorization may be considered for a change of employer petition, subject to company policy and applicable immigration requirements.

Additional Notes

• Applicants must submit the application directly by the applicant for consideration.
• Reasonable accommodations are available, including for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs.
• Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews is not permitted. Accommodation involving AI use may be considered if needed in advance.