Director of Financial Management

Director of Financial Management The Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) is seeking a strategic, results-driven financial leader to serve as Director of Financial Management within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer. This critical leadership role offers a unique opportunity to oversee complex financial operations, supporting one of the largest and most impactful public service organizations in the Commonwealth. EOHHS manages over $33 billion in expenditures annually and serves more than 2.3 million residents, making this position central to ensuring fiscal integrity, operational excellence, and effective stewardship of public resources. Duties and Responsibilities Provide executive leadership, supervision, and strategic direction to financial management units, including budget, accounting, and contracts, ensuring alignment with agency priorities and compliance with state finance law. Oversee the management of EOHHS agency financial operations including administering a budget of approximately $1 billion and supporting large‑scale expenditures such as MassHealth claims processing. Lead financial strategy, planning, and policy development, ensuring sound fiscal management practices, strong internal controls, and data integrity across the Secretariat. Collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer and senior leadership to establish and implement fiscal policies, procedures, and long‑term financial strategies. Partner with internal and external stakeholders including MassHealth EOHHS Information Technology, Facilities, HR, and Legal; as well as the Executive Office of Administration and Finance; Office of the State Comptroller; Operational Services Division; and legislative bodies—to support financial planning, reporting, and compliance activities. Develop and implement standardized financial management policies, procedures, and practices across EOHHS to promote consistency, efficiency, and transparency. Oversee contracting and purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations and effective vendor management practices. Direct accounting operations to ensure timely processing of payments, accurate financial reporting, and compliance with state and federal requirements. Provide leadership in financial forecasting, revenue coordination, and expenditure tracking, including collaboration with the Office of Federal Finance and Revenue (OFFR) to maximize federal and state funding opportunities. Build and maintain strong working relationships across agencies and functional areas to support coordinated financial operations and resolve complex fiscal challenges. Preferred Qualifications Experience working within a large government agency or highly regulated environment. Strong knowledge of Massachusetts state finance law, procurement processes, and public sector financial systems. Demonstrated ability to lead large, diverse teams and foster a collaborative, high‑performing work environment. Experience managing large‑scale budgets and complex financial operations within a multi‑agency structure. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership and oversight entities. Proficiency with financial and reporting systems, including Commonwealth platforms such as MMARS/Mosaic, CIW, or similar tools. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams. Minimum Entrance Requirements Applicants must have at least seven (7) years of full‑time or, equivalent part‑time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in financial management work (i.e. budgeting, accounting, auditing, management analysis, program evaluation, financial reporting of program results), of which at least three (3) years must have been in a managerial capacity. Salary $119,477.78 – $185,007.83 annually. Equal Opportunity Statement The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr