Assistant Director of Finance

Assistant Director of FinanceThe Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to fill the Assistant Director of Finance position. The selected candidate will be a member of the Department's Finance Team and report to the Director of Finance and CFO on all matters regarding the development, finalization, and implementation including monitoring of departmental budget, respective spending plans and managing fiscal operations to achieve agency goals. Working in collaboration with senior DMH Central Office leadership, the incumbent identifies and analyzes the financial resources required to support Area Office operations and engages with EOHHS, A&F, and the Legislature to effectively articulate and justify the Department's budgetary needs. The Assistant Director of Finance also continuously monitors expenditure activity through management reports, provides fiscal guidance to agency senior leadership on spending and allocations, and recommends necessary fiscal actions to ensure effective resource management and achievement of priority performance goals.Duties and Responsibilities:Responsible for the timely and accurate production of required financial reports which include: departmental spending plans; payroll; overtime; expenditures by object classes and develops as needed monthly forecasting and update reports which the Director of Finance and CFO use for presentation to DMH, Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS), Office of Administration and Finance (ANF) and the Legislature.Responsible for the daily operations of the Budget Division. Manages and directs budget staff regarding daily activities, budget development, monitoring of program expenditure and other activities as required.Responsible to ensure that DMH accounts are aligned technically with MMARS and DMH chart of accounts which will allow all levels of DMH operations to effectively access funds which have been appropriated in the Final State Budget (General Appropriations Act - GAA).Provides the Director of Finance with leadership and support for the agency's initiatives; assists and advises in the negotiations with EOHHS, ANF, and the House and Senate Ways and Means Committees.Performs activities related to Revenue: coordination of information between the DMH and UMASS Revenue, prepare and report Advanced Planning Document information for reimbursement, co-chair monthly revenue meetings with DMH, EHS and UMASS staff.Assists the Director of Finance in analyzing and proposing policy and savings initiatives, and identifying and monitoring key budget and policy issues.Works with senior managers and agency staff in developing program, policy and other agency goals; presents options and recommendations to key decision makers.Preferred Qualifications:Experience in a public health and/or mental health care system.Knowledge of state budget and/or accounting processes.Knowledge of healthcare finance and reimbursement principles.Knowledge of Office of Inspector General compliance requirements.Knowledge of Office of State Comptroller's Chapter 647.Knowledge of state contracting law, rules, procedures, and systems.Knowledge of organizational development.Ability to solve complex problems, and to make sound decisions quickly.Ability to establish and maintain rapport with high level executives and legislators.Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency.DMH Mission Statement: The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights, and supports mental health training and research.Pre-Hire Process: A tax & background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Human Resources Division prior to the candidate being hired. Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have at least (A) five (5) 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 (B) at least one (1) year must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience.A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.A Graduate degree or higher in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience.A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.Comprehensive Benefits: When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and RewardsAn Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. 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. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.