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Fiscal Services Manager

State of Connecticut Executive Branch
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Are you a strategic thinker with a strong background in fiscal operations and facilities oversight? Bring your leadership and financial expertise to a mission-driven organization—apply today!

 

The State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Fiscal Services Manager (Mental Health Services Manager) to join the Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (WCMHN) in Waterbury, CT. In this pivotal role, you will oversee both fiscal and physical operations, ensuring the effective management of resources that support behavioral health services across the region. 

 

HIGHLIGHTS: 

  • DIVISION: Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (WCMHN)
  • LOCATION: Waterbury, CT
  • SCHEDULE: Full-time, 40 hours per week, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (First Shift), Monday - Friday
  • POSITION NUMBER: 25723

WHY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT:

 

THE POSITION:

As the Fiscal Services Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in overseeing the fiscal and physical operations of the Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (WCMHN). This includes managing all aspects of the network’s budget, ensuring compliance with agency and state guidelines, and supporting operational decision-making as a core member of the executive leadership team.

In this role, you will:

  • Serve as a key advisor on the facility’s executive team, contributing to strategic and operational decisions
  • Act as the principal liaison between the facility and the agency on matters related to budgeting, contracts, and procurement
  • Coordinate fiscal practices and policies in alignment with agency and statutory requirements
  • Maintain and report on the Comprehensive Financial Status Report (CFSR), providing analysis and performance guidance to improve efficiency and compliance
  • Monitor expenditures, salary and overtime costs, and implement corrective actions to mitigate overspending
  • Ensure all purchases align with operational needs and comply with procurement regulations
  • Collaborate with HR, payroll, and external providers to ensure programs are properly funded and operating within budget
  • Support audits and regulatory reviews by maintaining consistent, transparent processes
  • Supervise fiscal and administrative staff, including a Fiscal Administrative Assistant and Secretary
  • Chair the Safety and Health Committee and oversee building operations across the network, ensuring compliance with Joint Commission standards

This is a high-impact role that supports the mission of WCMHN by ensuring the financial and operational infrastructure enables clinical teams to focus on delivering quality care.

 

MORE ABOUT US:

DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (WCMHN) was established in 1996 by the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS). It oversees clinical, fiscal, and administrative aspects of mental health services in Region 5. The network operates in Waterbury, Danbury, and Torrington, with over 200 dedicated staff offering comprehensive services for individuals with long-term mental illnesses. 

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