Strategic Fiscal & Grants Administrator

State of Connecticut - Department of Children & Families; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Connecticut - Department of Children and Families seeks a Fiscal Administrative Officer in Hartford. The role supports travel, bill payments, asset and fleet management, and purchasing within the Central Office Business Office.

The position emphasizes budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance with grant requirements, with opportunities for a hybrid schedule after the probation period. Join a dedicated team serving children and families.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of experience in fiscal/administrative functions, including budget, purchasing, payroll, and grants.
• Two (2) years at paraprofessional level or above, with demonstrated responsibility.
• Knowledge of public administration, budgeting and governmental accounting.

Responsibilities

• Assist head of fiscal/administrative operations with budget preparation by compiling and consolidating data and projecting expenditures.
• Maintain budget control by reviewing expenditures against appropriations and allotments.
• Prepare budget reports and financial statements; assist with grant budgets and reporting.
• Support purchasing tasks, including requisitions, bids, and contract records; assist in policy development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Job description

State of Connecticut - Department of Children and Families seeks a Fiscal Administrative Officer in Hartford. The role supports travel, bill payments, asset and fleet management, and purchasing within the Central Office Business Office.

The position emphasizes budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance with grant requirements, with opportunities for a hybrid schedule after the probation period. Join a dedicated team serving children and families.