Auditor​/Analyst

Auditor/Analyst (260004UB)

Job Description

The Office of Campaign and Political Finance (OCPF) is seeking a motivated individual to serve as Auditor/Analyst. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of law, government, and public policy while helping to promote transparency, accountability, and public confidence in Massachusetts elections. OCPF administers the Massachusetts Campaign Finance Law (M.G.L. c. 55) through a balanced approach of education, guidance, and enforcement.

Perform audits, analysis, and reconciliation of reports filed by candidates and political committees; assist candidates and agents of committees in understanding the law and regulations; communicate with committees to answer questions and provide instructions on the electronic filing system; discuss analysis prepared from audit reviews and investigations with senior staff to resolve compliance issues; assist in compliance review special projects; provide significant support in the preparation of legal case reviews;

perform other duties as required by the Director and Director of Auditing.

• Ability to understand and apply statutes and regulations governing campaign finance.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) to assist committees in understanding the campaign finance law.
• Ability to work within a team environment, independently, and with a wide variety of stakeholders. Willingness to work in a collaborative setting to achieve department objectives and provide regulatory guidance. Demonstrate initiative, creativity and ability to share new ideas to improve processes and procedures.
• Aptitude for databases and reporting and tracking tools; strong organizational skills, attention to detail and accuracy; strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to interpret and respond to questions in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies; ability to proactively set priorities and multi‑task without compromising attention to detail; ability to preserve confidential information required.
• Advanced knowledge in MS Word, Excel and Outlook preferred.

• BA/BS in accounting, auditing, business administration, finance, public administration, political science, or government, or equivalent professional experience in related field.
• Professional experience in a government, financial, banking, accounting or legal setting preferred but not required.

This is a full‑time, exempt position with an excellent state employee benefits package. Starting salary will range from $70,000 to $80,000 depending on qualifications and experience. The position is currently hybrid based in Boston and will remain open until the position is filled.

Please submit resume and cover letter to brittany.manning.

If you have Diversity, affirmative action or equal employment opportunity questions or need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator:
Brittany Manning, Chief Financial Officer – 617‑979‑8308.