Business Administrator

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

FAVOR, Inc. is a Connecticut-based family support organization with an annual operating budget of approximately $2.5 million. We are committed to strengthening families and communities through advocacy, education, and support services. We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Business Administrator to strengthen our financial infrastructure and oversee administrative operations in support of our mission.

The Business Administrator serves as the organization’s financial and administrative leader, ensuring strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining sound financial systems, overseeing daily operations and human resources functions, and serving as the financial lead during audits and grant management.

The Business Administrator works closely with the Executive Director to provide timely and accurate financial reporting and strategic insight, supporting overall organizational effectiveness. This role reports to the Executive Director and supervises the Office Manager.

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive internal control policies and procedures, including clear segregation of duties.
• Strengthen and document financial processes to ensure compliance with federal, Connecticut state, and private grant requirements.
• Work with third party accounting provider to prepare and deliver weekly financial reports to the Executive Director, monitor cash flow, and oversee accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and general ledger activity.
• Oversee grant financial management across lifecycle (pre-, during-, and post-award periods).
• Ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and compliance of federally- and state-funded grants.
• Maintain documentation to support grant reimbursements and reporting requirements.
• Serve as the financial lead for the annual audit, including preparation of schedules, coordinating with external auditors, and managing corrective action responses.
• Support preparation of the annual organizational budget in collaboration with the Executive Director.

• Oversee day-to-day business operations to ensure efficient administrative systems.
• Supervise and support the Office Manager.
• Oversee human resources administration, including onboarding, benefits coordination, payroll oversight, and personnel record compliance.
• Ensure compliance with federal and Connecticut employment regulations.
• Oversee vendor contracts and administrative service agreements.
• Recommend and implement operational improvements to enhance efficiency and accountability.

• Act as a strategic partner to the Executive Director on financial planning and organizational sustainability.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

• 5–10 years of nonprofit experience with progressively increasing responsibility.
• Demonstrated experience supporting a nonprofit organization through at least five annual cycles of:
  • Pre-award grant budgeting
  • Active grant management and reporting
  • Post-award closeout
  • Annual independent audits
• Direct experience managing federal and Connecticut state grants (required).
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit financial management, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
• Experience developing and implementing segregation of duties and internal control policies.
• Proficiency in financial reporting and budget analysis.
• Strong supervisory and organizational leadership skills.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and attention to detail.

• Experience managing nonprofit operations beyond finance (administration and HR).
• Working knowledge of:
  • Core-CT
  • Quick Books
  • ADP Run
  • Microsoft Suite, including Outlook

This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities in Wethersfield, Connecticut generally three days/week. The role requires regular in-person collaboration with leadership and administrative staff. There is no relocation funding available.

FAVOR, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your relevant nonprofit financial and operational experience. Only candidates with the required financial and grant management experience will be considered. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Flexible work from home options available.