Finance Program Manager

About the Organization:

The Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED) is a Secretariat within the executive branch of the Commonwealth responsible for directing and executing the Governor’s agenda on economic, community and business development, job creation, consumer affairs, and business regulation. 

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 Finance Program Manager is responsible for program and contract management in support of EOED’s economic development goals. The role will manage a dynamic portfolio of economic development projects ranging from robotics to community infrastructure, regularly interacting with grantees from across the Commonwealth. An integral member of EOED’s Finance team, the Program Manager will also support budget development, performance management, and program reporting.

The Program Manager will work with other state agencies, quasi-governmental entities, and public/private stakeholders. This is a highly collaborative role, working across teams to ensure grant funds are delivered effectively and accountably.

Duties include preparation and execution of contracts, as well as assisting grantees with contract, payment, and reporting requirements. In addition, the Program Manager will monitor project timelines, funding schedules, and ensure appropriate use of funds. This position requires working knowledge of and/or experience with economic development, as well as a working familiarity with grant contracting.

Duties and Responsibilities: (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Contract Management: Regular and direct interaction with assigned grantees for contracting, performance oversight, funds disbursement, amendment requests, and project closeouts. Coordinates with each grantee to ensure that all required documentation for contracting is submitted. Consults with finance, program, and legal staff to determine specific program contract requirements, and to ensure compliance with all applicable state laws, rules, and regulations. Maintains detailed and accurate records of assigned projects and grants. Support ongoing development and expansion of EOED's use of online grant management platforms. Responsible for identifying and helping to resolve issues with projects (and/or grantees), as well as reporting problems to, and seeking assistance/guidance from, appropriate senior staff. Coordinates and responds to all project inquiries and requests in timely and professional manner. There may be additional requests for data and information from the Secretary, other EOED Executive staff, and/or the Governor’s office.