Accounting Manager

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Boston, MA

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About The Position

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. About the Role: The Accounting Manager is responsible for the oversight and execution of all accounting functions for Executive Office of Economic Development (EED), MA Marketing Partnership (MMP), and the MA Office of Business Development (SEA), including financial reporting, reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, and fiscal close/open processes. This position supervises two accountants, establishes clear performance expectations, and ensures timely and accurate completion of all financial activities. The role partners closely with procurement staff to support purchasing, contract compliance, and vendor management, while maintaining strong internal controls and adherence to applicable state finance laws, regulations, and audit requirements. The Accounting Manager must demonstrate strong technical accounting expertise, supervisory capability, analytical skills, and the ability to implement and monitor effective compliance and control frameworks in a public-sector environment.

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.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting including terminology.
• Knowledge of the methods of general report writing.
• Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of accounting data, to draw conclusions and to make appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as financial reports, accounts and ledgers.
• Ability to understand, apply and explain the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, etc. governing assigned unit activities.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations using formulae to solve accounting problems.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to gather information by examining records and documents and through questioning individuals.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to prepare general and financial reports.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of government/public sector accounting principles and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations for EED, MMP, and SEA.
• Manage fiscal close and open activities as prescribed by the Comptroller’s Office.
• Serve as the agency's Mosaic liaison and supports transition to the new platform.
• Maintain an awareness of Comptroller policies and procedures, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and other Commonwealth fiscal regulations and guidelines.
• Monitor budget spending and report appropriation conditions to the Budget Director.
• Recommend, prepare, and submit budget transactions including IEs, CRs, EXs, and ISAs.
• Track and prepare administrative contracts and payments.
• Prepare reports to track contracts, expenditures, and projections monthly.
• Run bi-weekly payroll reports to review with Human Resources.
• Review and approve orders in Commbuys, in coordination with the procurement team.
• Maintain and reconcile bank accounts and p-card accounts monthly.
• Develop reports utilizing the Commonwealth's Information Warehouse and query tools such as Microsoft Access and Excel.
• Navigate MOSAIC to obtain contract, financial, and purchasing information.
• Approve travel reimbursement requests submitted by employees.
• Assist in the development of internal policies and procedures relating to internal controls and accounting methods.
• Evaluate employees based on job performances in accordance with Employee Performance Review System (EPRS) guidelines.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• 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.
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• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees