NC MFP Budget and Contracts Manager

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid-teleworking schedule

Health insurance options

Retirement plans

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

State of North Carolina, Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking a MFP Budget and Contracts Manager to oversee financial and contract operations for the Money Follows the Person program. The role involves managing budgets, preparing reports, monitoring expenditures, and coordinating audits to support community-based living transitions.

The ideal candidate has expertise in multi-fund budgets, government financial systems, and contract policy development, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance and two years of progressive related experience, one year of supervisory experience is required.
• Experience managing multi‑fund budgets, multi‑year financial planning, quarterly reporting, reconciliations, and year‑end closeout for large programs.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and government financial systems; ability to train others and improve processes.
• Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills for internal staff, contractors and partners in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and contribute to a collaborative work culture.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the program's financial, budget, and contract operations.
• Prepare financial reports and monitor expenditures.
• Coordinate audits and lead contract development and oversight.
• Develop program policies, RFPs, and compliance monitoring processes.
• Support staff and external partners with financial and contract management needs.

Skills

Budget management

Financial reporting

Contract management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance

Tools

Excel

PowerBI

NCFS

Open Window

Grant Solutions

Job description

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

HEALTH BENEFITS

Job Classification Title

Business Officer I (NS)

Position Number

65016800

Grade

NC14

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The MFP Budget and Contracts Manager serves as a key member of the Money Follows the Person (MFP) leadership team and is responsible for overseeing the program’s financial, budget, and contract operations. This role manages all aspects of federal and state MFP budgets, prepares financial reports, monitors expenditures, coordinates audits, and leads the development and oversight of program contracts. The ideal candidate will be skilled at providing excellent customer service to internal staff, contractors, and partner agencies; adaptable and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment; and a collaborative team player who brings a positive, approachable, and professional presence to the workplace. This position offers an opportunity to support a mission‑driven program that helps individuals transition into community‑based living through strong financial stewardship and effective partnership management.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range $52,592 - $92,036

Recruitment Range $52,592 - $85,696

**Position is eligible for a hybrid-teleworking schedule to include weekly onsite work hours**

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Demonstrated experience independently managing complex federal or multi‑fund budgets, including multi‑year financial planning, quarterly reporting, reconciliations, and year‑end closeout for large‑scale programs or grants.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products, government financial and contract management systems—such as Excel, PowerBI, NCFS, Open Window, and Grant Solutions—with the ability to train others, provide technical assistance, and support system‑based process improvements.

• Proven ability to develop and implement program‑specific fiscal and contract policies and procedures, including designing RFPs, establishing contract deliverable requirements, and creating compliance monitoring processes that support both internal and external partners.

• Strong interpersonal and customer‑service skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal staff, external stakeholders, contractors, and partner agencies; resolve issues collaboratively; and maintain positive working relationships in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.

• Demonstrated adaptability, teamwork, and leadership, including the ability to shift priorities quickly, support colleagues during peak workload periods, participate actively in cross‑functional teams, supervise staff effectively, and contribute to a positive and collaborative work culture.

Physical Requirements:

This position is primarily sedentary, requiring the ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer‑based work, financial analysis, and document preparation. The role requires repetitive hand motions, fingering, and handling tasks associated with using a computer, spreadsheets, financial systems, and standard office equipment.

The position requires occasional standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 10 pounds in the performance of routine administrative tasks. Work requires clear verbal and auditory communication to collaborate with staff, contractors, and stakeholders, and visual acuity to prepare and analyze financial data, review documents, and view computer screens for prolonged periods. The work occurs in a typical office environment with no significant exposure to environmental hazards.

Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the closing date

Position is 100% federally funded

About the NC Division of Health Benefits:
The Division of Health Benefits (DHB)within NCDHHS is committed to advancing innovative solutions that improve health, promote well‑being and foster independence for all North Carolinians. DHB manages and oversees North Carolina Medicaid and other programs that provide access to services and supports for parents, children, seniors, people with intellectual / developmental disabilities, and behavioral health, substance use and traumatic brain injury disorders. With a budget over $27 billion in state and federal funds per fiscal year, DHB ensures that more than 108,000 enrolled providers are reimbursed for delivering covered services to 3.1 million beneficiaries.

All positions in the Division of Health Benefits are exempt from the State Human Resources Act (G.S. 126) except for the provisions of Articles 6 and 7 per HB 372 Section 20.

Compensation & Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre‑tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employerthat embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federallaws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second‑chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice‑involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.

• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.) indicated below.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or other discipline related to the area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of progressive related experience, one year of which should be in a supervisory role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Tonya Lofton McLamb

Contact:

DHHS Workday Support Form