Director of Budgets & Contracts (Main Office)

Position Summary

The Director of Budgets and Contracts is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, and this individual is responsible for managing and directing the organization's entire budgeting and contracting portfolio. This includes overseeing all government-funded budgets, primarily through NYC's Department of Homeless Services (DHS) and Human Resources Administration (HRA), as well as planning for upcoming initiatives, including Article 31 clinics (now MHOTRS). This role ensures compliance with contractual and fiscal requirements, and provides strategic financial oversight to support CRF's mission. The Director supervises a team of direct reports while coordinating with program and operations leadership, and serves as the key liaison with city and state funding partners. This position requires expertise in systems such as Passport, HHS Accelerator, SMS, PIP, and Blackbaud Financial Edge, as well as fluency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Public Administration, or related field (Master's/MBA preferred)

8-10 years of progressive experience in nonprofit or governmental budget management

Demonstrated experience managing NYC government contracts (DHS, HRA) and compliance reporting

Prior experience with mental health program funding, particularly OMH's Article 31/MHOTRS model, is strongly preferred

Prior experience managing direct reports in a similar role is required Technical Skills

Proficiency in Passport, SMS, PIP, and Blackbaud Financial Edge

Advanced Excel proficiency with strong modeling and analytical capabilities

Ability to create and present financial materials clearly using PowerPoint

Technical knowledge of MHOTRS funding structures, including OMH grants, Medicaid reimbursements, third-party billing, and capital support mechanisms Core Competencies

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple complex projects under tight deadlines

Collaborative leadership style with a proactive and detail-oriented mindset Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Budget Strategy, Planning, and Oversight

Lead agency-wide budget development, forecasting, and modifications aligned with strategic goals and contract requirements

Supervise the preparation and upload of budgets and modifications into NYC platforms (Passport, SMS, PIP)

Maintain agency-wide cost allocation methodologies and financial modeling frameworks

Lead financial planning efforts related to Article 31/MHOTRS clinics, including the coordination of Medicaid, OMH, grant, and third-party reimbursement funding strategies Contract and Compliance Management

Serve as the primary point of contact with funders on all contract, budget, and amendment matters (with approval from the Chief Financial Officer)

Monitor and ensure compliance with government funding terms, audit standards, and fiscal rules

Collaborate with internal departments to ensure expenditures are allowable, reasonable, and properly documented Financial Reporting and Analysis

Develop recurring and ad-hoc financial reports, dashboards, and summaries using Blackbaud and Excel

Translate financial data into compelling PowerPoint presentations for internal and external audiences

Conduct strategic analysis to support funding sustainability, cost controls, and program decision-making

Review monthly Revenue recognition with Chief Financial Officer, upon approval submit Monthly claims to AR Manager with vetted support

Assist in DSO metric reduction Leadership and Supervision

Manage and mentor Asst. Director of Budgets and Budget Managers, including workload delegation, performance evaluations, and professional development

Coordinate cross-functional planning with Program, Finance, Development, and IT departments

Build a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement Funder and Stakeholder Engagement

Represent CRF in all meetings with NYC funding agencies (e.g., DHS, HRA, OMH) related to budget and contract matters

Develop and maintain relationships with government analysts, auditors, and oversight bodies

Provide financial leadership in support of new programs, including outpatient mental health services under Article 31 licensure Process Improvement and Systems Integration

Streamline budgeting, reporting, and vouchering workflows to improve timeliness and accuracy

Enhance system integrations between Blackbaud, Excel models, and city/state funding platforms

Identify and implement best practices in nonprofit budgeting and grant management

EEO Statement - Children's Rescue Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

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