Chief Financial Officer (Central Office/Henrico) #03038

Title: Chief Financial Officer (Central Office/Henrico) #03038

State Role Title: Financial Services Manager III

Hiring Range: $120,000 - $165,000

Pay Band: 7

Agency: Department of Workforce Development and Advancement

Location: DWDA Central Office

Agency Website: https://www.virginiaworks.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Chief Financial Officer serves as the senior executive responsible for all financial, budgetary, grant financial management, procurement, and risk management functions of the agency. This role provides strategic financial leadership, ensures full compliance with Commonwealth and federal requirements, and aligns fiscal practices with the agency’s mission, priorities, and long-term goals. The CFO oversees budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, procurement, and financial planning while leading a high performing team of professionals. Key responsibilities include leading, mentoring, and developing the finance, accounting, grants accounting and financial oversight, budget, and procurement teams; building a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and professional growth; strengthening collaboration across divisions to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency; and serving as the primary liaison with the Department of Accounts, Department of Planning and Budget, Auditor of Public Accounts, and other state partners.

Minimum Qualifications

Comprehensive knowledge of governmental accounting principles, including GAAP, GASB standards; budget development, forecasting; internal control frameworks and audit readiness. Comprehensive knowledge in grant management requirements and federal cost principles; and corrective action planning; compliance reporting; procurement regulations, contract management practices, and vendor oversight; financial systems and data analytics tools; and risk management principles. Demonstrated strong leadership, team-building, and talent development; analytical; verbal/written communication; problem-solving and conflict resolution; project management and organizational; and strategic planning skills. Demonstrated ability to lead complex financial operations and staff in a multifaceted public organization; assess organizational needs and develop long-term financial strategies; design, implement, and evaluate internal controls; identify financial risks, develop mitigation strategies, and communicate impacts; foster collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders; manage confidential financial information; drive process improvements and implement operational efficiencies; and adapt to changes accordingly.

Additional Considerations

Extensive experience in public-sector or governmental finance. Related certification(s) such as CPA. Familiarity with Commonwealth of Virginia financial systems, policies, and procedures to include ARMICS. Experience with ERP systems and business intelligence tools such as Cardinal.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Department of Workforce Development and Advancement. Is an Equal Opportunity
Employer/Program, and a Virginia Values Veterans certified employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

The selected candidate must successfully pass a comprehensive background check including an FBI fingerprint background investigation.

Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and résumés will not be accepted.
Applications are not accepted after the recruitment closing date.

Please carefully review the details of this recruitment including the location of the position and the posted salary before applying. DWDA does not provide relocation assistance, and no salary will be offered outside of the posted salary range / flat rate.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application (and/or resume).

You must ensure your application/resume includes the scope of your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to the position you are applying for. Information not stated wi