Budget Manager

CP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

United Activities Unlimited in Staten Island, NY is seeking a Budget Manager to oversee financial data, budgeting, billing, and payroll related to DYCD, federal, NY State and NY City contracts.

You will develop budgets, reconcile accounts, prepare reports, and coordinate monthly budget meetings with program directors and HR. Bachelor's in accounting or finance and 1+ year budgeting experience required; nonprofit contracting experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• Minimum 1 year budgeting, accounting or auditing experience.
• Experience with NY State, NYC and Federal contracts is a plus.
• Proficient in Excel/Word/PowerPoint and accounting software.
• Strong communication, analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares monthly budgets per contractual obligations.
• Reconciles budgets with payroll, payables, receivables and receipts.
• Manages accounts receivable, contract accounts and collections.
• Assists with audits and annual financial reporting.
• Coordinates monthly budget meetings with program leaders.
• Ensures timely payroll updates and allocations per contracts.

Skills

Budgeting

Accounting

Auditing

Excel

Payroll

ADP/Paycom

Communication

Organization

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Budget ManagerSchedule: 40 hours per week / IN PERSON/ STATEN ISLAND, NYJob Type: Full-TimeFLSA Status: Exempt/ SalariedReports To: CFO and ControllerPay Range: $62,000 to $72,000 annually (*based on city, state and/ or federal contractual obligations and budgetary allowances)ABOUT UNITED ACTIVITIES UNLIMITED:Staten Island, NY; United Activities Unlimited, Inc. (UAU) is a community-based agency that provides a wide range of services that is inclusive from job placement, youth development programs and community outreach services to inspire, transform, and empower individuals of all ages. UAU is responsive to the needs of diverse populations and implements programs that support positive outcomes for individuals and communities. The comprehensive nature of UAU's programming options and the emphasis on holistic services for individuals and families make UAU an outstanding resource and a pillar of support for communities. UAU is dedicated to the engagement, education, and empowerment of individuals and strives to transform individuals and communities to create a better future. EOEPOSITION SUMMARY: The Budget Manager is responsible for the management and reporting of financial data and billing related to the programs UAU is contractually obligated to fulfill, from funding sources such as DYCD, Federal, NY State and NY City. The Budget Manager is responsible for coordinating the creation, development, analysis, implementation, and adaptation of budgetary matters and fiscal management policy. The Budget Manager will be responsible for providing comprehensive fiscal management services including, but not limited to budgets, billing, accounting and payroll related matters. The Budget Manager is not responsible to manage staff or provide oversight of staff.PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):Prepares monthly budgets as applicable per contractual obligations.Reconciles budgets with payroll, accounts payables, account receivables and receipts.Reconciles contract accounts and manages accounts receivable collections.Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.Assists with preparation of business activity reports, financial forecasts, and annual budgets.Assists with budgets and ledgers by reconciling monthly basis.Successfully processing and submitting monthly billing according to contractual obligations in a timely fashion.Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to allocations based on contractual obligations.Maintains subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, and posting transactions.Responsible for actively communicating and complying with all budget related standards, protocols and policies as outlined by DYCD, any other funders and UAU.Coordinates and schedules monthly budget meetings, based on programmatic budgetary needs, and fiduciary responsibilities between the Budget Analyst and Program Directors, Assistant Program Directors, Program Supervisors and HR (as applicable).Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.JOB QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance is requiredMinimum of 1 year or more with direct experience in budgeting, accounting and or auditing experience (either private or public sectors)Minimum of 1 year of experience with NY State, NY City and Federal contracts, is a plus.Familiar with non-profit billing practice related to the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development.Experience using Microsoft Excel/Word/PowerPoint and Accounting software products (QuickBooks/ Sage etc..)Strong verbal and written communication skills.Strong problem solving, analytical and mathematical skills.Excellent organizational and time management skills.Demonstrated ability to conduct and complete work independently.Willing to take initiative and be flexible when needed.Excels working in a collaborative environment to achieve target objects and outcomes.Extensive knowledge of payroll functions including preparation, balancing, internal control, and applicable state and federal payroll taxes.Proficient with payroll software. Experience with ADP or Paycom or other related payroll platforms is preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to stand; sit or walk. Specific vision and hearing abilities are required by this job as outlined below.Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need.Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.Position is in a well-lighted office environment.Involves sitting approximately 90% of the day, walking or standing the remainder.Must be able to remain in a stationary position for at least 90% of the time.May include working prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk and working on a computer.The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.#Perm26The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet or more of the observer).