Deputy Director: Budget & Fiscal Management Bureau (6442)

Administration Division Budget and Fiscal Management BureauAlbanyDeputy Director Reference No. BFMB_ALB_DEP_6442Application Deadline is May 29, 2026Salary is $131,298To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/otherThe Office of the New York State Attorney Generals (OAG) Budget and Fiscal Management Bureau (BFMB) is seeking an experienced finance professional and manager to help lead the bureau as Deputy Director (Deputy). Reporting to and supporting BFMBs Director, the Deputy helps guide OAGs financial strategy, fiscal operations, and policy development. The Deputy ensures the agencys financial health through compliance with state requirements and the development and implementation of responsible, long-term fiscal policy. Additionally, the Deputy leads strategic planning initiatives, directs financial management activities, and oversees key operational functions within BFMB that directly support the agencys legal priorities and overall mission.BFMB is responsible for the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of OAGs annual budget, maintains fiscal controls, and serves as the agencys liaison with the Division of Budget (DOB) and the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC). BMFB includes four (4) units: Budget, Purchasing, Payments/Travel, and Revenue/Restitution. Duties:Strategic Leadership and Policy Development * Lead the development and implementation of agency-wide financial policies, standards, and internal controls consistent with New York state (NYS) regulations. * Advise executive leadership on fiscal policy, budget strategy, and resource allocation to support programmatic priorities. * Conduct strategic financial planning, including long-term forecasting, scenario analysis, and risk assessment functions. * Develop policy recommendations to enhance financial efficiency, transparency, and accountability across OAG. * Represent BFMB in cross-agency policy discussions and at statewide working groups/meetings.Budget and Fiscal Management * Supervise the BFMB teams responsible for budgeting, procurement, accounting, grant management, and auditing functions. * Direct the preparation, administration, and monitoring of OAGs annual budget, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. * Oversee financial reporting, including budget submissions, cash flow projections, federal and state reporting requirements, and legislative requests. * Ensure all fiscal activities comply with NYS Finance Law, OSC guidance, procurement rules, and internal controls. * Monitor revenue streams, expenditures, and capital planning to maintain fiscal stability.Stakeholder Engagement and Communication * Provide clear, data-driven financial insights to executive leadership, government officials, auditors, and oversight entities. * Build strong working relationships with DOB, OSC, and OAG partners as well as other NYS stakeholders. * Communicate complex financial concepts accessibly to both internal and external audiences.Qualifications: A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in public-sector financial management, budgeting, fiscal policy, or other related areas that demonstrates an increasing scope of work and level of responsibility. At least three (3) years of leadership experience in a complex government, nonprofit, or similarly regulated environment. Supervisory and people management experience involving teams of finance professionals and related support staff, including recruiting, hiring, onboarding, coaching, mentoring, and labor relations. The ideal candidate will have experience with strategic thinking and long-term planning, policy analysis and development, and financial modeling and forecasting. Understanding of NYS financial laws, budget processes, and regulatory frameworks. Sound judgement with excellent analytical, written communication, verbal presentation, and organization s