Economic Development Assistant Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

We partner with low-income and working people to build economic and racial equity. We do this by confronting economic abuse and investing in community wealth. We use an ever-evolving set of legal, economic and advocacy tools to challenge and dismantle unjust systems, building quickly towards a world where all people have what they need to live and thrive.

The Community Economic Defense Project (CEDP) is a Colorado-based nonprofit. Launched in 2020 as the COVID-19 Eviction Defense Project, our organization was formed to keep our neighbors housed during the pandemic. Working with clients, we built a deeply integrative approach to eviction, foreclosure, and homelessness prevention that centers the legal and financial needs of housing‑insecure families and uses a variety of tools to keep them housed.

Our team now serves more than 1,000 people per month, bringing together housing lawyers, economists, data analysts, policy-experts, organizers, and technologists to serve our clients. We have served more than 68,000 low-income Coloradans across 54 counties, distributing more than $280 million in emergency assistance. We have also contributed to the passage of major legislation to prevent eviction, stop economic abuse, and make credit and life‑saving medication cheaper. CEDP’s model has been cited as a best practice by the White House and HUD in 2022‑2023, think tanks like the Urban Institute, and in the media.

Building on our work to stop evictions, CEDP has further expanded its integrated services model to include disaster response, predatory towing, debt collection, benefit access & navigation, long‑term rental assistance, and homelessness response. Similar to CEDP’s work on rental housing, these efforts offer a continuum of care that includes navigation and advisory services, targeted payments, legal support, and the ability to participate in advocacy.

The Grant Analyst Team Lead will be a key member of the Grants team here at CEDP, this team provides the financial management and compliance of grants and contracts awarded to the Community Economic Defense Project. This role ensures compliance with grant requirements, prepares financial reports, and manages the financial aspects of grant administration and reporting. The Grant Analyst Team Lead works closely with program leadership to support the organization's mission.

• Revenue Recognition and Monthly Accounting
  • Prepare monthly PD allocations and ensure they are accurately recorded and supported.
  • Complete the monthly deferred revenue reconciliation and investigate any identified discrepancies.
  • Perform the initial review of monthly revenue for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with grant terms and accounting policies.
• Grant Financial Management
  • Monitor and manage the financial aspects of grants and contracts.
  • Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, including financial reporting, budget restrictions, and allowable costs.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all grant‑related financial transactions.
• Financial Reporting
  • Prepare and submit timely and accurate financial reports to grantors and funding agencies.
  • Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
  • Provide financial data and analysis to program leadership and the finance team as needed.
• Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Assist in the development of grant budgets and financial forecasts.
  • Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis.
  • Work with program managers to ensure budget adherence and identify potential financial issues.
• Compliance and Audit
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including OMB Uniform
  • Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) for federal grants.
  • Prepare for and assist with grant audits, including providing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Grant Administration
  • Act as a resource for other grant accountants by providing guidance on procedures, compliance, and reporting requirements, and serve as the primary grant contact in the absence of the Director of Grants and AP.
  • Track and report on restricted and unrestricted funds.
  • Prepare and submit invoices and reimbursement requests to grantors.
  • Manage the financial closeout process for grants and contracts.
• Internal Controls
  • Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring internal controls related to grant management.
  • Ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures.
• Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Process grant-related invoices and payments in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Manage grant receivables, including invoicing, collections, and reconciliations.
• Collaboration and Communication
  • Work closely with program leadership, finance team members, and other stakeholders to support grant administration.
  • Communicate grant‑related financial information to relevant parties in a clear and concise manner.

• Minimum 2-3 years of General Ledger Experience
• Preferred experience with grant billing 3-4 years
• Experience providing guidance, or day-to-day support to other accounting staff.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Problem-Solving/Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Demonstrated passion for social and racial justice
• Willing to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Comfort with ambiguity in a fast-paced, all hands‑on‑deck environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with people of diverse personal and professional backgrounds with a focus on social and racial justice, and equity.

• The position includes competitive pay, flexible time off, benefits package (including medical, dental, vision), and 401(k).
• A competitive annual salary $67,500
• All employees are eligible for a technology stipend of $720 per year.
• Employees who utilize two languages or more at work are eligible for a $2,000 salary differential per year added to the salary grade listed above. Language assessment will be conducted by the organization as a requirement to receive the differential
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but must be received by August 28th, 2026
• The estimated time to complete the recruitment process will be by September 8th, 2026
• As in‑person work is sometimes required, all employees at CEDP & CED Law are expected to maintain current vaccination status in keeping with CDC recommendations.
• CEDP is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.