Assistant Business Manager

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is searching for an enthusiastic, outgoing, reliable individual with experience in the field of accounting and business practices to fill an Assistant Business Manager / Administrative Officer II position located in Middleboro, MA.  

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: (The duties and responsibilities stated are a general summary and not all inclusive.) 

• Function as the Assistant Business Manager assisting the Regional Business Manager in the management of all fiscal and administrative activities related to the planning, oversight, monitoring, and reporting of the Southeast Region’s annual lower sub budget in excess of 17.1 million dollars.
• Responsible to manage the daily business functions for the regional business office, fifty state-operated residential homes, and a state facility.
• Provide direct supervision to the following positions, four (4) Accountant I, one (1) Accountant II and two (2) Accountant III. 
• Assist with the development and monitoring of the regions lower sub budget and recommend adjustments to maximize allotted budget. 
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and policy requirements in regard to procurements, payment activities, and the cost-effective utilization of the region’s fiscal resources.
• Utilize data systems to manage and monitor finances including the Commonwealth's new enterprise-wide financial application and accounting system (Mosaic), Integrated Management, Procurement, and Contracting Tool (FMIS), Commonwealth Procurement (Commbuys), Vendor Web, etc.
• Provide training, technical assistance and leadership to all sites supported by the business office. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the State Financial System: state budgeting, procurement, contracting systems, legislative process, etc.
• Skilled in budget preparation and analysis
• Knowledge of Mosaic, FMIS, Commbuys and Self-Service Time and Attendance (SSTA). 

Schedule Information:

Full-time – 37.5 weekly position

Day Shift - 8:30am-4:30pm 

 About the Department of Developmental Services: 

The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 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:

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

·         Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:

·         Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search: