RHTP Associate Director Budget & Compliance

State of Maine • Augusta, ME

1d • $84,698 - $120,266

About The Position

As effective fiscal management underpins compliance with State and Federal policy, the Associate Director of Budget & Compliance manages both the financial and regulatory functions of the RHTP. Specifically, the position ensures compliance with CMS cooperative agreement requirements, federal regulations, and State fiscal policies. This role also oversees budgeting, expenditure tracking, and fiscal accountability across all initiatives while maintaining transparent reporting to CMS, DHHS, DAFS, and the Office of the State Controller.

Requirements

• A 11-year combination of education, training and experience comprised of a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or public administration (Master’s preferred) which includes progressively responsible fiscal management or grant compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance) and federal cooperative agreement management.
• Experience working with State financial systems.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or equivalent certification.
• Experience managing multi-million-dollar federal health programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, oversee, and reconcile budgets for all RHTP initiatives, ensuring compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 cost principles.
• Implement fiscal controls and tracking mechanisms for grants, subawards, and contracts.
• Manage payment schedules, procurement reviews, and expenditure approvals to align with CMS and state requirements.
• Oversee the distribution and financial oversight of subrecipients, vendors, and technical assistance partners.
• Oversee and direct the work of the RHTP Administrative Support Vendor to provide additional capacity across the grant activities.
• Ensure compliance with CMS cooperative agreement terms, including reporting, documentation, and allowable cost standards.
• Conduct periodic internal compliance reviews and maintain records for federal and state audits.
• Identify and mitigate fiscal and regulatory risks, developing corrective action plans where needed.
• Provide training to initiative teams and subrecipients on compliance, fiscal reporting, and documentation standards.
• Coordinate and compile financial reports, drawdowns, and federal SF-425 submissions.
• Serve as liaison between DHHS, DAFS, and CMS on all financial and compliance matters.
• Support the Director and Deputy Director in preparing CMS reports, State legislative updates, and audit documentation.
• Recommend improvements to internal fiscal policies and subrecipient monitoring procedures.
• Ensure adherence to administrative cost caps, indirect cost rate agreements, and fiscal transparency standards.

Benefits

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.91% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees