Delta Regional Authority

Ready to put your financial expertise to work for a mission that matters? Delta Regional Authority is hiring a full‑time Finance Manager in a remote role open to candidates residing in AL, AR, IL, KY, LA, MO, MS, or TN. If you're looking for a position where your leadership and analytical strength directly support meaningful, community‑focused change, this is the role for you. Apply today and step into work that creates impact across an entire region. This position is open only to candidates living in counties or parishes designated within the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) service area. To confirm your location is eligible, please review the DRA map at dra.gov/map-room At DRA, your work is more than a job; it's a contribution to something bigger. In this full‑time Finance Manager position, you'll enjoy competitive pay of $85,000, an excellent organizational culture, and comprehensive company‑wide benefits designed to support your well‑being and growth. You'll receive a company phone, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, PTO, 401(k), mental health support, and strong remote work and career growth opportunities. You'll join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for a workplace where you can grow professionally while contributing to meaningful change, we can't wait to get to know you. WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT OUR TEAM? The Delta Regional Authority (DRA), established in 2000, boosts economic development in the lower Mississippi River and Alabama Black Belt regions through federal-state collaboration. Partnering with leaders at all levels, DRA invests in infrastructure, public services, workforce training, and business development to revitalize distressed communities. Join DRA to make a real impact on regional growth. Here, you have the chance to work with dedicated professionals committed to improving life in underserved areas through innovative projects and strategic partnerships. DO YOU MEET THESE QUALIFICATIONS? - Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or related field OR 21+ accounting credit hours - 3–5 years of experience in accounting, finance, and team management Preferred: - MBA WHAT WILL YOU DO AS FINANCE MANAGER? In this Finance Manager role, you step into the heart of our financial operations, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance across the organization. Each day, you review financial processes for efficiency, maintain documentation, manage inquiries, and lead reconciliation procedures. You monitor internal controls, assist the Director of Finance with variance analysis, investigate discrepancies, help prepare annual audit materials, and complete journal entries with precision. You'll supervise and mentor two analysts, guide their growth, and ensure they have the tools they need to thrive. From monthly account reconciliations to year‑end accrual reviews, you are the steady financial leader who keeps our reporting strong and our operations running smoothly. This is a full‑time, remote financial management position open to candidates in AL, AR, IL, KY, LA, MO, MS, or TN. You'll collaborate virtually with the Finance team while maintaining a consistent schedule that supports effective communication and reliable operations. READY TO APPLY AND ADVANCE YOUR FINANCE CAREER? **This application deadline is March 20, 2026. If you're ready to use your financial expertise to support meaningful missions and long‑term community progress, we encourage you to apply right now. Our initial application is quick, easy, and mobile‑friendly, so getting started only takes a moment. Take the next step because your impact starts here.

Delta Regional Authority is seeking a dedicated Monitoring and Compliance Analyst for a full-time, remote role based in AL, AR, IL, KY, LA, MO, MS, or TN. With a competitive annual salary of $60,000 and the opportunity to champion organizational growth and equity at a regional level, this is your chance to join a mission-driven team. This position is open only to candidates living in counties or parishes designated within the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) service area. To confirm your location is eligible, please review the DRA map at dra.gov/map-room Our team also enjoys great benefits, such as: - Health, dental, and vision insurance - Life insurance - 401k - Short and long-term disability - PTO - Growth and remote work opportunities - Mental health assistance - Company phone Here, you will help shape the future of economic development in one of the most vibrant and dynamic areas of the country, all while enjoying the flexibility of working remotely. DRA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Keep reading to learn more! OUR MISSION The Delta Regional Authority (DRA), established in 2000, boosts economic development in the lower Mississippi River and Alabama Black Belt regions through federal-state collaboration. Partnering with leaders at all levels, DRA invests in infrastructure, public services, workforce training, and business development to revitalize distressed communities. Join DRA to make a real impact on regional growth. Here, you have the chance to work with dedicated professionals committed to improving life in underserved areas through innovative projects and strategic partnerships. YOUR SCHEDULE This is a full-time, remote position. You will collaborate virtually with teammates, partners, and stakeholders across multiple states, with regular work hours the capacity for frequent travel within the DRA service area to support monitoring and compliance activities. YOUR DAY As a Monitoring and Compliance Analyst, you will start your day by coordinating with Local Development Districts, awardees, and partner institutions to plan and collect essential data for monitoring purposes. You will conduct both on-site and remote monitoring activities to ensure grant recipients are meeting DRA requirements, often planning pre-audits and reviewing reports and financial documents. Throughout the day, you will engage in risk assessments, track audits, and work closely with DRA's Director of Finance to resolve compliance issues. You will be the go-to resource for providing technical assistance and training to stakeholders, ensuring everyone understands DRA's requirements and protocols. Managing and analyzing data, you will support informed decision-making and help develop policies and best practices that drive effective monitoring and compliance. MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE ANALYST REQUIREMENTS - Bachelor's degree in economics, statistics, urban and regional development, project management, business/public administration, or a relevant field - 1+ year(s) of experience in program or project monitoring and evaluation in the public or private sector, preferably related to urban or economic development - Experience handling confidential or sensitive information with integrity - Experience in project planning, monitoring, and evaluation, especially in a government setting - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or related software - Comfortable using remote work tools and virtual communication platforms such as Zoom or Teams - Critical thinking, problem-solving, and a proactive approach - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to connect with diverse audiences - Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills - Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism - Ability to travel (this position requires frequent travel) - Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail - Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage deadlines in a dynamic environment ARE YOU READY FOR THIS EXCITING OPPORTUNITY? **The application deadline for this position is March 20, 2026. Be our new Monitoring and Compliance Analyst! We want to hear from you. Take the next step in your career and apply today using our quick, mobile-friendly application.

Ready to put your financial expertise to work for a mission that matters? Delta Regional Authority is hiring a full‑time Finance Manager in a remote role open to candidates residing in AL, AR, IL, KY, LA, MO, MS, or TN. If you're looking for a position where your leadership and analytical strength directly support meaningful, community‑focused change, this is the role for you. Apply today and step into work that creates impact across an entire region. This position is open only to candidates living in counties or parishes designated within the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) service area. To confirm your location is eligible, please review the DRA map at dra.gov/map-room At DRA, your work is more than a job; it's a contribution to something bigger. In this full‑time Finance Manager position, you'll enjoy competitive pay of $85,000, an excellent organizational culture, and comprehensive company‑wide benefits designed to support your well‑being and growth. You'll receive a company phone, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, PTO, 401(k), mental health support, and strong remote work and career growth opportunities. You'll join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for a workplace where you can grow professionally while contributing to meaningful change, we can't wait to get to know you. WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT OUR TEAM? The Delta Regional Authority (DRA), established in 2000, boosts economic development in the lower Mississippi River and Alabama Black Belt regions through federal-state collaboration. Partnering with leaders at all levels, DRA invests in infrastructure, public services, workforce training, and business development to revitalize distressed communities. Join DRA to make a real impact on regional growth. Here, you have the chance to work with dedicated professionals committed to improving life in underserved areas through innovative projects and strategic partnerships. DO YOU MEET THESE QUALIFICATIONS? - Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or related field OR 21+ accounting credit hours - 3–5 years of experience in accounting, finance, and team management Preferred: - MBA WHAT WILL YOU DO AS FINANCE MANAGER? In this Finance Manager role, you step into the heart of our financial operations, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance across the organization. Each day, you review financial processes for efficiency, maintain documentation, manage inquiries, and lead reconciliation procedures. You monitor internal controls, assist the Director of Finance with variance analysis, investigate discrepancies, help prepare annual audit materials, and complete journal entries with precision. You'll supervise and mentor two analysts, guide their growth, and ensure they have the tools they need to thrive. From monthly account reconciliations to year‑end accrual reviews, you are the steady financial leader who keeps our reporting strong and our operations running smoothly. This is a full‑time, remote financial management position open to candidates in AL, AR, IL, KY, LA, MO, MS, or TN. You'll collaborate virtually with the Finance team while maintaining a consistent schedule that supports effective communication and reliable operations. READY TO APPLY AND ADVANCE YOUR FINANCE CAREER? **This application deadline is March 20, 2026. If you're ready to use your financial expertise to support meaningful missions and long‑term community progress, we encourage you to apply right now. Our initial application is quick, easy, and mobile‑friendly, so getting started only takes a moment. Take the next step because your impact starts here.

Delta Regional Authority is seeking a dedicated Monitoring and Compliance Analyst for a full-time, remote role based in AL, AR, IL, KY, LA, MO, MS, or TN. With a competitive annual salary of $60,000 and the opportunity to champion organizational growth and equity at a regional level, this is your chance to join a mission-driven team. This position is open only to candidates living in counties or parishes designated within the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) service area. To confirm your location is eligible, please review the DRA map at dra.gov/map-room Our team also enjoys great benefits, such as: - Health, dental, and vision insurance - Life insurance - 401k - Short and long-term disability - PTO - Growth and remote work opportunities - Mental health assistance - Company phone Here, you will help shape the future of economic development in one of the most vibrant and dynamic areas of the country, all while enjoying the flexibility of working remotely. DRA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Keep reading to learn more! OUR MISSION The Delta Regional Authority (DRA), established in 2000, boosts economic development in the lower Mississippi River and Alabama Black Belt regions through federal-state collaboration. Partnering with leaders at all levels, DRA invests in infrastructure, public services, workforce training, and business development to revitalize distressed communities. Join DRA to make a real impact on regional growth. Here, you have the chance to work with dedicated professionals committed to improving life in underserved areas through innovative projects and strategic partnerships. YOUR SCHEDULE This is a full-time, remote position. You will collaborate virtually with teammates, partners, and stakeholders across multiple states, with regular work hours the capacity for frequent travel within the DRA service area to support monitoring and compliance activities. YOUR DAY As a Monitoring and Compliance Analyst, you will start your day by coordinating with Local Development Districts, awardees, and partner institutions to plan and collect essential data for monitoring purposes. You will conduct both on-site and remote monitoring activities to ensure grant recipients are meeting DRA requirements, often planning pre-audits and reviewing reports and financial documents. Throughout the day, you will engage in risk assessments, track audits, and work closely with DRA's Director of Finance to resolve compliance issues. You will be the go-to resource for providing technical assistance and training to stakeholders, ensuring everyone understands DRA's requirements and protocols. Managing and analyzing data, you will support informed decision-making and help develop policies and best practices that drive effective monitoring and compliance. MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE ANALYST REQUIREMENTS - Bachelor's degree in economics, statistics, urban and regional development, project management, business/public administration, or a relevant field - 1+ year(s) of experience in program or project monitoring and evaluation in the public or private sector, preferably related to urban or economic development - Experience handling confidential or sensitive information with integrity - Experience in project planning, monitoring, and evaluation, especially in a government setting - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or related software - Comfortable using remote work tools and virtual communication platforms such as Zoom or Teams - Critical thinking, problem-solving, and a proactive approach - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to connect with diverse audiences - Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills - Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism - Ability to travel (this position requires frequent travel) - Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail - Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage deadlines in a dynamic environment ARE YOU READY FOR THIS EXCITING OPPORTUNITY? **The application deadline for this position is March 20, 2026. Be our new Monitoring and Compliance Analyst! We want to hear from you. Take the next step in your career and apply today using our quick, mobile-friendly application.