Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Company: Early Care Learning Council

Location: Albany, NY

Position: Finance and Administrative Associate

Role:

Early Care & Learning Council (ECLC) is seeking a Finance and Administrative Associate to join our team. This role consolidates essential administrative and financial support functions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to contribute to both finance and human resource processes within a collaborative nonprofit environment.

Location: Hybrid position, located in Albany, NY.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with contract review and ensure documents are properly executed • Support grant management processes, including review and assistance with submissions • Assist with grant budgeting and coding of budget lines in alignment with funding requirements • Perform data entry and other routine administrative tasks • Coordinate with human resource consultants to support onboarding processes including I-9 completion, health insurance enrollment, and required documentation • Ensure contracts and payments are processed accurately and in a timely manner • Collaborate with staff to support onboarding and related administrative duties • Perform other administrative tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience • Experience with grants and administrative support in a nonprofit setting preferred • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail • Ability to work collaboratively with consultants, staff, and the leadership team • Familiarity with grant budgeting and reporting processes • Experience with Fund EZ, Monday.com, and Excel

Compensation

This is a full-time position with a starting salary of $55,000. After 60 days of employment, staff receive an $8,000 annual health insurance stipend.

ECLC works closely with the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) to support and strengthen the capacity of CCR&R agencies by providing them with comprehensive services and support. Since 1975, ECLC has taken a leadership role in improving the quality of early care and education in New York State. Child Care Resource and Referral programs (CCR&Rs) are coordinating and planning agencies for local child care services. They provide support to child care providers, parents, businesses, and local governments.

ECLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ECLC does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, business need and background check.

Reports to Director of Finance and Administration

Flexible work from home options available.