Senior Contracts & Budget Analyst

First 5 Alameda County•Alameda, CA

2d•$90,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This role integrates fiscal analysis, program budgeting, and contract compliance, and requires strong relationship-building with both internal and external partners. The position manages internal and external grants, contracts, and assigned program budgets, ensuring effective contract administration and compliance for publicly funded systems work.

Requirements

Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in contract compliance and budgeting, and completion of a bachelor's degree in public or business administration, accounting, or a closely related field.
Additional relevant work experience may be substituted to meet the college coursework/bachelor's degree standard.
Knowledge of Early childhood systems and funding, including childcare, preschool, health, and family support programs.
Knowledge of Principles and practices of staff supervision, leadership, and training.
Knowledge of Public-sector accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
Knowledge of Generally accepted accounting and auditing standards.
Knowledge of Contract development, negotiation, administration, and compliance.
Knowledge of Budget development, fiscal analysis, and regulatory compliance.
Knowledge of Research methods, data analysis, and report preparation.
Knowledge of Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and best practices.
Knowledge of Cross-cultural competence and equitable engagement.
Knowledge of Project planning and management principles.
Knowledge of Standard office technology, software, and communication tools.
Ability to Plan, organize, and oversee the work of assigned staff.
Ability to Provide effective leadership and work direction.
Ability to Develop and implement goals, policies, procedures, and work standards.
Ability to Monitor funding and contract compliance.
Ability to Serve as a liaison with external funding agencies and partners.
Ability to Prepare and review financial, compliance, and audit reports.
Ability to Analyze financial and program data and provide guidance to internal teams.
Ability to Plan and facilitate training across departments.
Ability to Interpret and apply laws, regulations, and agency policies.
Ability to Prepare clear, accurate, and concise written materials.
Ability to Exercise sound judgment and discretion within established guidelines.
Ability to Manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
Ability to Communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.
Ability to Build and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to Use computer systems and software relevant to the work.

Responsibilities

Partner with Finance, Program, Data, and Planning teams on funding awards, budget development, tracking, projections, revisions, and year-end reporting.
Track external funding awards, manage reporting and compliance requirements, and coordinate budget reconciliation with program staff.
Support fiscal year-end closeout, audits, and compliance activities.
Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations that communicate complex financial and program information to diverse audiences.
Lead contract and grant development, ensuring agreements are accurate, compliant, on time, and within budget.
Review contracts for risk and compliance, recommend approvals, and lead periodic internal contract audits.
Serve as a subject matter expert on contract compliance and related requirements for internal and external stakeholders.
Supervise and support staff responsible for contract compliance and budget administration, ensuring high-quality work and timely deliverables.
Use independent judgment to plan and complete complex work with limited existing guidance.
Provide training and technical support to staff on grants, contracts, and financial systems and processes.
Monitor and analyze local, state, and federal legislation and budget proposals affecting early childhood systems and funding.
Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, public agencies, and community partners who work to advance equitable early childhood fiscal policy.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
$1,500 credit per year to spend on benefits
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Employer Paid & Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Retirement Plans including the ACERA Pension Plan
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Plan
Paid vacation
Paid time off and sick time
17 paid holidays including the week between Christmas Day and New Year's Day as paid time off