Director, Finance Strategy & Transformation

TheDirector of Finance Strategy and Transformationwill leverage strong analytical and communication skills to improve business process flows for the Finance department at the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (EOLWD), which consists of nine departments and divisions: Department of Career Services, Department of Unemployment Assistance, Department of Economic Research, Department of Labor Relations, Department of Industrial Accidents, Department of Paid Family and Medical Leave, Division of Apprenticeship Standards, Department of Labor Standards, and Commonwealth Corporation. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Finance Strategy and Transformation serve as a point of contact for Finance Directors, EOLWD agencies, external agencies, and vendors on matters including, but not limited to: Conducting analysis based on data, policy and/or operational requirements and produce high quality and timely insights to guide strategic planning and enhancement for the Finance department and EOLWD agencies. Managing or supporting cross-unit and cross-department projects to ensure processes, policies, and results are aligned with the secretariat's and/or agencies programmatic or operational goals and in compliance with state and federal requirements. Overseeing IT-focused projects, both for Finance and EOLWD agency efforts as they relate to finance functions. Collaborating with Finance units to support the development, enhancement and/or implementation of measure and policies to mitigate risk across Finance functions. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of finance, accounting, and state budget policies and practices Familiarity with state enterprise systems, including MMARS and CIW Experience in a finance role with an IT or project management focus 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 business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management 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. Substitutions: 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 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. Job: Administrative Services Organization: Department of Workforce Development Title: Director, Finance Strategy & Transformation Location: Massachusetts-Boston-100 Cambridge Street Requisition ID: 24000AB3