Grant Compliance Associate II Job Listing at Stifel in Saint Louis, MO (Job ID 7924)

Description

The Grant Compliance Associate II is responsible for independently reviewing, researching, and documenting nonprofit organizations for grant eligibility and compliance with IRS and internal regulatory standards. This role requires advanced attention to detail, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage complex cases with minimal supervision. The Associate II will also contribute to process improvements, mentor junior team members, and support strategic compliance initiatives.

• Independently manage a portfolio of complex grant requests and nonprofit reviews for compliance with IRS and internal guidelines.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis of nonprofit organizations, including financial and operational due diligence.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on nonprofit compliance regulations and provide guidance to junior associates.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external nonprofit partners to resolve compliance issues and ensure timely processing.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in compliance workflows.
• Assist in the development and delivery of training materials for new team members.
• Support audits and reporting requirements related to grant compliance.
• Cross-train and provide backup support for other operational roles as needed.

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex compliance issues clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply nonprofit compliance regulations.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.

• Minimum Required: Associate's degree or equivalent work experience. Bachelor's degree in Business, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or related field, preferred.
• Minimum Required: 2+ years of experience in grant compliance, nonprofit operations, or financial services.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with grant management systems or CRM platforms is a plus.

Stifel is more than 130 years old and still thinking like a start-up.  We are a global wealth management and investment banking firm serious about innovation and fresh ideas.  Built on a simple premise of safeguarding our clients' money as if it were our own, coined by our namesake, Herman Stifel, our success is intimately tied to our commitment to helping families, companies, and municipalities find their own success.

While our headquarters is in St. Louis, we have offices in New York, San Francisco, Baltimore, London, Frankfurt, Toronto, and more than 400 other locations.  Stifel is home to approximately 9,000 individuals who are currently building their careers as financial advisors, research analysts, project managers, marketing specialists, developers, bankers, operations associates, among hundreds more.  Let's talk about how you can find your place here at Stifel, where success meets success.

At Stifel we offer an entrepreneurial environment, comprehensive benefits package to include health, dental and vision care, 401k, wellness initiatives, life insurance, and paid time off.

Stifel's bank and trust companies are equal opportunity employers. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.  If you would like more information regarding Equal Employment Opportunity rights and protections, please review the following information: Know Your Rights.

Stifel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.