Budget Director

Position Summary

We seek a dynamic, detail-oriented individual to support the Executive Office of Economic Development’s public service mission and help our agencies administer nearly $1 billion in public funds. The right individual for this position is looking to take their career to the next step by offering enhanced opportunities to learn, refine their skills and abilities, and grow as a public sector professional. 

About The Organization

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED) supports economic growth by fostering business development, infrastructure investment, industry advancement, and consumer confidence. EOED operates through nine state agencies and five quasi-public agencies (QPAs) that deliver essential public programs and services.  

EOED supports economic growth across Massachusetts through its network of agencies and partnerships, promoting business innovation, infrastructure investment, and consumer protection. The office embraces a culture of equity, inclusion, and collaboration—values that inform all aspects of its work. 

The Executive Office of Economic Development is committed to creating and sustaining a work culture that is welcoming, inclusive, and mutually respectful to all its employees regardless of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran or disability status. We strive to reflect diversity in all facets and levels of our agency. The Executive Office of Economic Development values inclusiveness and diversity within their employee and management teams. Within our community we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

The Executive Office of Economic Development is committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to maximize their skills and talents to serve our citizens.

Position Summary

The Budget Director plays a critical role in managing and monitoring the agency’s financial operations, ensuring fiscal integrity, compliance with Commonwealth regulations, and efficient budget execution. Reporting to the Director of Administration & Finance, the Budget Director supports core activities including budgeting, accounting, procurement, contract management, and financial reporting. 

This role is ideal for candidates with solid government finance experience who excel at digging into details, improving processes, and keeping public dollars accounted for with precision and integrity. 

Key Responsibilities

Budget & Finance

• Prepare routine budget reports and provide variance analysis using MMARS and CIW. 
• Monitor expenditures across departments to ensure adherence to allocated budgets. 
• Communicate and coordinate activities with external and internal stakeholders, including but not limited to the Executive Office for Administration & Finance.
• Assist in developing annual budget proposals and projections for review by senior staff.
• Execute revenue reconciliation, track receivables, and support monthly closing processes. 
• Support federal or grant-funded programs by reconciling funds and preparing reports.

Procurement & Contract Management 

• Ensure purchasing complies with state procurement policies; create purchase orders and process transactions in MMARS and COMMBUYS.
• Support contract lifecycle activities including drafting, reviewing, and logging vendor agreements. 
• Liaise with vendors to resolve billing and payment issues. 

Payroll & HR Interface 

• Support payroll reconciliation and bi-weekly reporting. 

Compliance & Internal Controls 

• Uphold internal financial controls and assist with audits or risk assessments.
• Contribute to updates of the agency’s Internal Controls Plan (ICP).
• Maintain documentation for GAAP and statutory reports submitted to the Comptroller.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in government finance or public sector budgeting.
• Working knowledge of MMARS, HRCMS, COMMBUYS, MBA, and relevant reporting systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet competing deadlines. 
• Experience supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term financial planning. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

​​​​​All applicants should attach a cover letter and resume to their online submission for this position.

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.

I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience.

II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.

III. A Graduate degree or higher in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience.

IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.

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 Rewards!

An 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.