Temp Fiscal Contract Analyst

Goddard Riverside Community Center; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Goddard Riverside Community Center in Manhattan is seeking a Fiscal Contract Analyst to oversee government and private contracts through budgeting, invoicing, reporting, and compliance. You will act as a liaison among program operations, finance, and funders, ensuring accurate financial analyses and timely funder submissions.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and at least five years of experience in fiscal management, preferably with NYC funding environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in fiscal management, government contract administration or nonprofit finance.
• Experience with government-funded contracts, preferably NYC/NY State funding environments.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial management systems; PASSport or HHS Accelerator preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills; excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned contracts, grants, and funding agreements throughout the fiscal lifecycle.
• Monitor budgets, expenditures, receivables, and funding utilization.
• Prepare and submit invoices, vouchers, and support documentation in funder systems.
• Track payments, advances, recoups, and outstanding receivables.
• Conduct budget-to-actual analyses and identify variances.
• Prepare budget modifications and fiscal reports for funders.
• Reconcile contract balances and investigate billing discrepancies.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop spending plans and staffing allocations by funding sources.
• Ensure compliance with city, state, federal, and private funder requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PASSport

HHS Accelerator

Job description

Intro/Program Description: Goddard Riverside Community Center (GRCC) is a well-established Manhattan community-based agency with an annual operating budget of approximately $ 90 million. GRCC is one of New York City’s leading human service organizations meeting the basic needs of children, youth and families, homeless people, and older adults through 50 plus programs at 22 sites across Manhattan.Purpose of Position: The Fiscal Contract Analyst is responsible for supporting financial oversight, administration, and compliance of government and privately funded contracts. This position ensures accurate budgeting, invoicing, reporting, reconciliation, and monitoring of contract performance while serving as a liaison between program operations, finance, and funding agencies. The Fiscal Contract Analyst provides financial analysis and recommendations to maximize contract utilization and maintain compliance with funder requirements.Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pmSalary Range: $82,500 - $95,000Candidates must have the required qualifications to be considered for the position. The salary offer will be based on the candidate’s number of years experience in the exact or comparable position and additional preferred qualifications will be taken into account.Roles, Responsibilities, and Essential DutiesManage assigned contracts, grants, and funding agreements throughout the fiscal lifecycle.Monitor contract budgets, expenditures, receivables, and funding utilization.Prepare and submit invoices, vouchers, and support documentation through funder systems.Track payments, advances, recoups, and outstanding receivables.Conduct budget-to-actual analyses and identify spending variances.Prepare budget modifications, amendments, and fiscal reports for funders.Reconcile contract balances and investigate billing discrepancies.Collaborate with program leadership to develop spending plans and staffing allocations by funding sources.Ensure compliance with city, state, federal, and private funder requirements.Coordinate fiscal activities with subcontractors and vendors.Support audits, site visits, and fiscal monitoring reviews.Maintain fiscal procedures, workflows, and internal controls.Provide technical assistance and fiscal guidance to program and operational staff.Prepare management reports regarding contract performance, underspending, revenue opportunities, and fiscal risks.Analyze financial data and make recommendations to improve contract utilization and financial performance.Qualifications/Educational RequirementsBachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field preferred.Minimum of five (5) years of experience in fiscal management, government contract administration, grants management, nonprofit finance, or a related field.Experience managing government-funded contracts, preferably within New York City and New York State funding environments.Knowledge of reimbursement-based contracts, grants management, budgeting, and financial reporting.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial management systems.Experience with funding and procurement systems such as PASSport, HHS Accelerator, or similar platforms preferred.Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to manage multiple contracts and deadlinesCore CompetenciesContract and Grant AdministrationBudget Development and MonitoringFinancial Reporting and AnalysisRevenue and Receivables ManagementCompliance and Audit ReadinessGovernment Funding AdministrationData Analysis and InterpretationProcess ImprovementCross-Functional CollaborationFiscal Oversight and Internal ControlsExperience LevelRequired: Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in fiscal management, contract administration, grants management, or nonprofit finance.Preferred: Experience supporting supportive housing, workforce development, behavioral health, homeless services, aging services, or other human service programs funded by government agencies.Work EnvironmentHybridWe are committed to building an inclusive workplace community grounded in respect for differences. We support hiring a broadly diverse team of qualified individuals who will contribute to our organizations.Goddard Riverside and Isaacs Center provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job related task other than those specifically presented in this description. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.