State of Massachusetts
Director of Accounting
State of Massachusetts, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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The Director of Accounting reports to the Budget Director and has the responsibility of four key State Finance Law Compliance roles for the agency (Internal Control Officer, MMARS Liaison, GAAP Liaison, and Single Audit Liaison). The position supervises all accounting functions including developing and implementing procedures to review encumbering of funds and processing of bills for payments to vendors for DDS Central Office. Key Responsibilities: Review for accuracy and sign-off most Central Office MMARS-related encumbrance and payment documents. Development, maintenance, and implementation of Internal Controls document; including visiting on-site all business and contract offices throughout the department and reviewing documents to ensure compliance with regulations, disseminate findings to staff, and work with staff on functional solutions to issues identified. Processing original and amended Interdepartmental Service Agreements (ISA), including processing the transfer of funds in MMARS. Function as the MMARS liaison, troubleshooting problems, working with regional staff and Office of the Comptroller to resolve issues and receive approval for documents, and disseminate information on changes or problems with MMARS. Coordinate the statewide single audit activities as necessary. Coordinate the statewide GAAP report (General Accepted Accounting Practice), which is a mandated accounting report of the department’s finance activity and assets. Supervise two professional accounting staff. Work cooperatively with the four regional business managers and conduct periodic meetings to review agency-wide procedures. Oversee and process all department expenditure corrections (EX) in MMARS to ensure compliance with regulations. Manage federal grants accounting for the department, including filing required federal financial reports on a quarterly and semi-annual basis. Coordinate the submittal of all department’s prior year deficiencies payments (PYD). Process vendor invoices for payment in EIM (EHS and DDS’s module for purchase of service invoicing). Prepare quarterly report of HCSIS IT project for federal claim into CMS via EHS. Fulfill the role of COMMBUYS Administrator for the Department, assigning access to staff and making necessary organizational changes within the system. Approve DDS Central Office requisitions, orders, and bids in COMMBUYS. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of the Commonwealth’s laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards, and guidelines governing the accounting function at DDS. Knowledge of the Department’s electronic budget systems and various financial forms. Knowledge of the Department’s internal control manual. Knowledge of the Department’s process and procedures concerning encumbering, purchasing, payment vouchers, and ready payments. Knowledge of the Commonwealth’s accounting system (MMARS) and Information Warehouse. Ability to perform basic accounting functions. Ability to supervise, lead, and work well with all levels of the organization. Ability to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to use Excel, Access, and e-mail. Knowledge of the principles and practices of management, especially planning, organizing, directing, motivating, controlling, and decision-making. Knowledge of the principles and practices and techniques of supervision. Knowledge of the principles and practices of organizational behavior. Knowledge of the principles and practices of budgeting as it relates to program management in health care settings. About the Department of Developmental Services: The mission of the DDS is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 44,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages over $3.2 billion in public funds and approximately 5,800 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government. For more information about our agency and programs visit:
www.mass.gov/dds Pre-Hire Process:
Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes: Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search:
DPPC Abuser Registry Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services:
CORI Regulations National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check:
Fingerprint Background Checks If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. 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. 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. 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. Job:
Accounting and Finance Organization:
Department of Developmental Services Title:
Director of Accounting Location:
Massachusetts-Boston - 1000 Washington St Requisition ID:
24000A24
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The Director of Accounting reports to the Budget Director and has the responsibility of four key State Finance Law Compliance roles for the agency (Internal Control Officer, MMARS Liaison, GAAP Liaison, and Single Audit Liaison). The position supervises all accounting functions including developing and implementing procedures to review encumbering of funds and processing of bills for payments to vendors for DDS Central Office. Key Responsibilities: Review for accuracy and sign-off most Central Office MMARS-related encumbrance and payment documents. Development, maintenance, and implementation of Internal Controls document; including visiting on-site all business and contract offices throughout the department and reviewing documents to ensure compliance with regulations, disseminate findings to staff, and work with staff on functional solutions to issues identified. Processing original and amended Interdepartmental Service Agreements (ISA), including processing the transfer of funds in MMARS. Function as the MMARS liaison, troubleshooting problems, working with regional staff and Office of the Comptroller to resolve issues and receive approval for documents, and disseminate information on changes or problems with MMARS. Coordinate the statewide single audit activities as necessary. Coordinate the statewide GAAP report (General Accepted Accounting Practice), which is a mandated accounting report of the department’s finance activity and assets. Supervise two professional accounting staff. Work cooperatively with the four regional business managers and conduct periodic meetings to review agency-wide procedures. Oversee and process all department expenditure corrections (EX) in MMARS to ensure compliance with regulations. Manage federal grants accounting for the department, including filing required federal financial reports on a quarterly and semi-annual basis. Coordinate the submittal of all department’s prior year deficiencies payments (PYD). Process vendor invoices for payment in EIM (EHS and DDS’s module for purchase of service invoicing). Prepare quarterly report of HCSIS IT project for federal claim into CMS via EHS. Fulfill the role of COMMBUYS Administrator for the Department, assigning access to staff and making necessary organizational changes within the system. Approve DDS Central Office requisitions, orders, and bids in COMMBUYS. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of the Commonwealth’s laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards, and guidelines governing the accounting function at DDS. Knowledge of the Department’s electronic budget systems and various financial forms. Knowledge of the Department’s internal control manual. Knowledge of the Department’s process and procedures concerning encumbering, purchasing, payment vouchers, and ready payments. Knowledge of the Commonwealth’s accounting system (MMARS) and Information Warehouse. Ability to perform basic accounting functions. Ability to supervise, lead, and work well with all levels of the organization. Ability to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to use Excel, Access, and e-mail. Knowledge of the principles and practices of management, especially planning, organizing, directing, motivating, controlling, and decision-making. Knowledge of the principles and practices and techniques of supervision. Knowledge of the principles and practices of organizational behavior. Knowledge of the principles and practices of budgeting as it relates to program management in health care settings. About the Department of Developmental Services: The mission of the DDS is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 44,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages over $3.2 billion in public funds and approximately 5,800 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government. For more information about our agency and programs visit:
www.mass.gov/dds Pre-Hire Process:
Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes: Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search:
DPPC Abuser Registry Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services:
CORI Regulations National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check:
Fingerprint Background Checks If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. 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. 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. 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. Job:
Accounting and Finance Organization:
Department of Developmental Services Title:
Director of Accounting Location:
Massachusetts-Boston - 1000 Washington St Requisition ID:
24000A24
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