Finance Manager Justice Program

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

MassHealth seeks a Finance Manager, Justice Program to lead cross-functional financial workstreams, drive budgeting and strategic funding for pre-release healthcare services for justice-involved individuals. You will manage the MIEP reinvestment funds, coordinate with sheriffs and state agencies, and oversee complex procurement finances.

The role requires advanced Excel, data analysis, and collaborative leadership within a public-health context, with a strong emphasis on equity and fiscal

Qualifications

• Four years of professional financial management experience in budgeting and reporting.
• Experience analyzing large datasets and integrating multiple funding sources.
• Experience in healthcare or health plan/provider settings preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communications and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy and budgeting for justice programs and reinvestment funds.
• Develop financing models, payment design, and risk adjustment processes.
• Analyze funding sources and optimize resources within MassHealth framework.
• Oversee budgets, expenses, and disbursements for pre-release healthcare services.
• Manage MIEP reinvestment fund and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee procurement finances, invoices, and ISAs with sheriffs and partners.
• Support infrastructure investments and operational billing structures.
• Collaborate across MassHealth teams and external agencies on financial systems.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Graduate degree in related field

Tools

Access

SQL

Stata

R

JMP

Job description

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Job Description - Finance Manager Justice Program (260005N4)

Job Description

Finance Manager Justice Program - ( 260005N4 )

Description

MassHealth is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Finance Manager, Justice Program , to take on a pivotal role within the Finance Unit, focused on Justice Programs.

The federal Medicaid “Inmate Exclusion Policy” (MIEP) generally excludes individuals in certain public institutions from Medicaid coverage. MassHealth has requested authority to provide certain MassHealth-covered services to otherwise eligible justice-involved individuals for up to 90 days prior to their release in order to address health inequities experienced by justice-involved populations. Covered services would include physical and behavioral health clinical consultation services, medications and medication administration, as well as pre-release case management, post-release treatment plan, and discharge planning. MassHealth is also developing an approach to reinvest the total amount of federal matching funds received for the services under this initiative. Funds will be reinvested into critical activities and initiatives that strengthen access and quality of health care services for individuals who are incarcerated or were recently released from incarceration, or for health-related social services that help divert people from criminal justice involvement.

The Manager will play a critical role in supporting this reentry demonstration request for justice-involved individuals. They will have significant programmatic responsibility and autonomy, leading cross-functional strategic and financial workstreams, particularly focused on developing financial strategy & managing program budgets. The Manager, Justice Program Finance will spearhead financial strategy and execution for ensuring the provision of pre-release healthcare services to justice-involved members, emphasizing financial optimization within the equity-driven framework of MassHealth. This position will report to the Finance unit and work closely and collaboratively across the Health and Justice Policy & Programs team.

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

• Run implementation capacity building & infrastructure funding programs and administer reinvestment funds, ensuring effective resource utilization to enhance and enable the provision of pre-release services for justice-involved members under MassHealth's re-entry demonstration;
• Support development of the financing model for pre-release services, including payment design, rate development, and/or risk adjustment processes;
• Analyze diverse funding sources, exploring opportunities for financial optimization within MassHealth's framework, and strategically directing resources to support the reentry demonstration;
• Assess the financial impact of policy changes and program initiatives, ensuring sustainability and alignment with MassHealth's objectives for the re-entry demonstration;
• Collaborate closely with MassHealth teams to develop and manage program budgets, ensuring meticulous expense tracking and resource allocation specific to the provision of pre-releases to justice-involved members;
• Assume ownership of the managing and overseeing the MIEP reinvestment fund, including fund management, stakeholder engagement, and disbursement operations;
• Manage financial aspects of implementation-related procurements, including managing invoices and drafting and facilitating approval of ISAs with Sheriffs, DOC, DYS, and other stakeholders;
• Support management of infrastructure investments for MassHealth’s justice-involved programming;
• Oversight of operational billing structures and processes, including developing payment structure for roles financed by MassHealth’s re-entry demonstration; and
• Other ad-hoc Finance support, including supporting the Budget, Federal Finance, Hospital, and Financial Planning and Analysis teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced knowledge of Excel and experience analyzing and managing large datasets using Access and/or statistical software such as SQL, Stata, R, or JMP.

Proficiency with other MS Office products including Word, PowerPoint, Access, Teams, and Outlook.

Attention to detail, thoroughness, independence, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others to achieve well-defined goals.

Comfort working with deadlines and within tight timelines.

Ability to anticipate difficulty and take corrective action.

Experience working in healthcare or for a Health Plan or Provider.

Passion for public service.

Demonstrated ability to embrace diversity as a strategic advantage.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Demonstrated communication skills.

Proficient in developing and managing program budgets, tracking expenses, and resource allocation, ensuring meticulous financial oversight and adherence to budgetary constraints.

Skilled in analyzing diverse funding sources, exploring opportunities for financial optimization, and strategically directing financial resources.

Ability to assess and understand the financial impact of policy changes and program initiatives, ensuring alignment with MassHealth's objectives and fiscal standards.

Experienced in running implementation 'grant' programs and administering funds, proficiently managing financial resources to enhance and enable effective healthcare provision.

Proven ability to lead collaborative efforts across teams, state agencies, and stakeholders to align financial strategies and implement financial systems in the healthcare space.

Skilled in utilizing data-driven insights to inform financial decisions, analyzing data to optimize funding allocation and budgetary strategies.

Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and ethical considerations, ensuring compliance in financial operations and maintaining integrity in managing state healthcare finance.

About MassHealth:

MassHealth is the Commonwealth's Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program, providing comprehensive healthcare coverage and services to approximately two million Massachusetts residents. Through partnerships with providers, health plans, community organizations, and government agencies, MassHealth works to improve health outcomes, reduce disparities, strengthen care coordination, and ensure access to high-quality, person-centered care. As one of the largest Medicaid programs in the country, MassHealth plays a critical role in advancing healthcare innovation, promoting health equity, and supporting the well-being of individuals, families, and communities across the Commonwealth.

Pre-Offer Process

A criminal check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

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

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

ADA Reasonable Accommodation:

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Employment and Staffing at 1-800-510-4122, option 4.

For questions regarding MassCareers access and navigation please contact MassHR at 617-979-8500.

Qualifications

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) four (4) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, professional internship, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in financial management work (i.e. budgeting, accounting, auditing, management analysis, program evaluation, financial reporting of program results) or (B) 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 experience.

II. An Associate's degree in a related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

III. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience.

IV. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required experience.

V. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

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.

An Equal Opportunity / Aff…

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.

Official Title : Fiscal Officer IV

Primary Location

Job

Accounting and Finance

Agency

Exec Office Of Health and Human Services

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Aug 25, 2026, 5:48:28 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

81,136.31 - 124,724.48 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Aff... questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Natasha Lugo [e-mail] - 8572830119

Bargaining Unit : M99-Managers (EXE)

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes