Program Manager, Finance & Administration
About The Position
Location: 350 Church Street, 10th Floor, Hartford, CT 06103
Salary Range: $70,000–$85,000 (commensurate with experience)
Website: readyCT.org
WHO WE ARE:
ReadyCT is a statewide 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to helping Connecticut public school students succeed academically and explore meaningful career pathways. We create and manage innovative career‑connected learning programs that link students, schools, and employers across the state.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys being the organizational “hub” — keeping programs on track, supporting compliance and financial processes, and helping teams work efficiently. You’ll play a key role in supporting high school internship programs, coordinating org-wide operational details, and maintaining the systems that help ReadyCT create efficiencies to advance the work!
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE:
- Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting, and a background delivering high-level audit and tax solutions; a Master’s degree and CPA designation are preferred.
- Strong organizational skills: Comfort managing multiple projects, timelines, and administrative processes.
- Budget & grant support experience: Experience helping build program budgets and tracking expenses to support grant requirements.
- Attention to detail: Ability to manage data, documentation, and logistics such as payroll, employee onboarding, and reporting to funders/partners.
- Collaborative approach: Enjoys working with colleagues and external partners to keep programs running smoothly.
- Clear communication: Can explain financial or compliance information in a clear, practical way.
- Interest in growth: Curious, adaptable, and open to learning and taking on new responsibilities.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Occasional travel within Connecticut for meetings or events.
- Familiarity with accounting and/or HR systems (e.g., Quick Books and Sparkhire Recruiting), Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office.
- Experience with Jira or other Atlassian tools is helpful but not required.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with day-to-day operational needs.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Program & Compliance Oversight:
- Manage the internship hiring processes throughout the year, working closely with the program team.
- Coordinate payroll, reimbursements, and reporting related to youth employment programs.
- Monitor compliance with federal and state program requirements, as detailed in contracts and grant agreements.
- Serve as a point of contact for program documentation and compliance support.
Financial Monitoring & Budget Tracking:
- Develop and update program budgets.
- Track expenses and facilitate discussions with program leads to help ensure spending stays aligned with program budgets and grant requirements.
- Maintain compliance with federal and state program requirements.
- Prepare clear, regular financial updates for internal teams and leadership, and other stakeholders as may be needed.
Operations & Team Support:
- Cook up coordination contractors, seasonal staff, and internal resources as needed, to ensure programmatic and operational success.
- Help improve and streamline administrative processes across the organization.
- Provide general operational and financial support to keep the organization running smoothly.
WHY JOIN READYCT:
ReadyCT offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, generous paid time off, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth. Most importantly, you’ll be part of a mission‑driven team working to create real opportunities for students and communities across Connecticut.