Contract Manager (Temp to Perm) - Good Shepherd Services

Good Shepherd Services is a leading multi-service agency with more than 85 programs that serve over 30,000 youth and families each year – and builds on their strengths to help them gain skills for success.  At Good Shepherd we respect the dignity and worth of every person and reject intolerance, inequity and injustice in whatever form it may take. Voted one of the top 100 places to work in NYC by Crain’s New York, Good Shepherd Services offers a fantastic work environment, a collaborative team dedicated to fulfilling our mission, and an amazing array of benefits. Join our team and help make a difference! 

For Full Time Employees Benefits/Perks:

• Tuition Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off (Including 5 Self-Care Days/Floating Holidays, 12 Sick Days, 15 Vacation Days, and 11 Holidays)
• Healthcare Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Care)
• 403(b) Plan (GSS contributes 3% of your salary to your 403(b) plan after 3 years of service, with contributions increasing over time) 
• Candidates hired in this position will work in person but will have the flexibility to work remotely when program need allows.

REPORTS TO:   ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, CONTRACTS & BUDGETS, FINANCE

LOCATION:       Finance Department, 305 Seventh Ave., New York, NY 10001

HOURS:             35 Hours, Exempt 

SALARY:            $72,700-$80,779/Year  

JOB SUMMARY:  The Contract Manager assists in the coordination and preparation of all Agency public and private budget management and related financial analysis.  This position will oversee the work of 3 Senior Contract Analysts. Will work with other departments within the Fiscal Contracts Department on a regular basis filling in as needed to achieve overall departmental goals.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Prepare and coordinate agency government, RFP and private funder budgets/billings 
• Assist in preparing annual Agency-wide budget
• Monitor all spending, variance analysis and contract funding utilization
• Monitor timeline for budgets, modifications and billing to ensure timely budget submission.
• Maintain the budget module and reporting systems in accounting software and related systems
• Prepare analysis and documentation for quarterly budget meetings with program leadership to ensure best practice and use of agency revenue
• Prepare budget modifications and journal entries as needed
• Prepare financial analysis, including budget to financial variances, key financial health indicators, and other as needed for private funders
• Work with other departments within the Fiscal Contracts Department on a regular basis in a supportive role to assist in meeting their objectives
• Provide audit documentation as requested
• Assist Controller with State Standards of Payment preparation
• Work closely with the GAP department to monitor outstanding funding issues 
• Contact government agencies as necessary to ensure Agency meets all guidelines 
• Assist all other departments to accomplish their workload as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director – Contracts & Budget

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent plus 5 plus years related experience
• Experience in budgetary and accounting analysis
• Experience with fundraising budgets
• Strong analytical skills are required
• Capacity to be a creative thinker and assess prior and future practices
• Excellent computer/technical skills, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Experience with MIP System
• Understanding of government requirements as related to a social service agency
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work in a supportive manner with a variety of different personalities
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Good Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.

Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. As part of our commitment to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance. We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and encourage applicants of all abilities to apply.