Director of Budgeting and Contracting

NAFI Connecticut Inc. is a multi-service agency offering a wide range of residential, programming consultation, and personalized support to youth, families, and adults across Connecticut, New York, and Rhode Island. With unique services designed for each state, we provide trauma-informed care and community-based youth programs in Connecticut, comprehensive family support and residential services for at-risk youth in New York, and targeted mental health services and crisis intervention in Rhode Island and so much more. Across all three states, our goal is to empower individuals and strengthen families.

About the Role: 

NAFI Connecticut is exploring candidates for a detail-oriented and strategic Director of Budgeting and Reporting (Hybrid) to join our finance leadership team. This hands-on financial role works closely with program leadership, senior finance staff, and Connecticut state agencies to ensure financial accountability, efficient budgeting, and accurate reporting.

Who This Role is for:

This role is ideal for a finance professional who:

·       Enjoys owning budgets, not just tracking them

·       Wants their work to support meaningful contributions to the community

·       Values collaboration, clarity, and accountability

·       Ability to explain financial data to non-finance leaders.

Responsibilities Include: 

·       Lead development, monitoring, and forecasting of program and contract budgets

·       Serve as the primary finance liaison with Connecticut State Agencies like DCF and DDS for financial reporting and communication 

·       Deliver accurate, complete, and timely financial reports to stakeholders.

·       Translate contract terms into effective budgeting, reporting, and settlement practices

·       Partner with program leaders to analyze variances, trends, and financial risks

·       Support audits and required reporting

·       Lead initiatives that improve internal business processes and financial systems 

·       Analyze data and trends to support informed decision-making 

·       Drive results through cross-functional collaboration and strategic influence 

Required Qualifications: 

·       Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

·       3 years of Accounting and Finance experience

·       At least 1 year of budget development experience

·       Strong Excel and analytical skills

·       Strong communication and follow through

Preferred Qualifications:

·       Experience with Connecticut government state agencies

·       Non-profit experience or human services finance experience

Our Exceptional Benefits: 

·       Generous paid time off 

·       3-6 weeks’ vacation, 7 sick days and 11 paid holidays each year 

·       Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage

·       No cost employee assistance program 

·       Opportunities for growth and process leadership 

·       Company matching 403b and no cost retirement consulting 

·       Company paid for life Insurance and long-term disability 

Why Join NAFI CT? At NAFI Connecticut, we’re more than a finance team—we’re part of a mission. We provide community-based support and services that change lives. If you're looking to use your skills in a role that makes a difference, this is the place for you.  

Inclusivity and Non-Discrimination Statement: 

NAFI Connecticut, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other federal, state or local protected class. Inclusivity and removing barriers are important to us. We are passionate about instilling a sense of belonging, celebrating diverse perspectives, and offering equal opportunities for employees to contribute and grow. We encourage members of underrepresented or marginalized communities and all those that share in these beliefs to apply. 

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