Director of Finance (00006)

Title: Director of Finance (00006)

State Role Title: Financial Services Manager II

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience up to $120,000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Gunston Hall

Location: Gunston Hall

Agency Website: https://gunstonhall.org

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Background

Gunston Hall is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for a skilled and experienced financial professional to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the fiscal health and strategic growth of this historic site. This is a unique opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and is passionate about advancing the financial integrity and sustainability of a culturally significant institution.

Description of Duties

The Director of Finance is a member of the Executive Leadership Team, which is responsible for developing the overarching strategy of the institution, in collaboration with the Board of Regents of Gunston Hall. Reporting to the Executive Director, the successful candidate will take ownership of planning, organizing, and managing all accounting and budgeting activities for Gunston Hall and its affiliates. The incumbent will provide critical financial insight through accurate data compilation, trend forecasting, and rigorous compliance with GAAP, Commonwealth of Virginia policies, and best practices in non-profit financial management.

As a key contributor to Gunston Hall’s future, this position demands both strategic vision and practical expertise—balancing meticulous oversight of state and foundation funds with continuous improvements to financial systems and program evaluation. If you are ready to bring your financial acumen to a historic, growing organization where your leadership will make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

Roles and Responsibilities

Serve as the chief financial officer for the organization:
• Manage all financial operations of the organization which includes both state and foundation funds.
• Complete all non-profit and governmental reporting and compliance requirements.
• Monitor internal and control activities for compliance, makes recommendations for improvements, and conducts periodic reviews.
• Support and complete all private and public audit and tax filing processes in coordination with Board(s), staff, and auditors.
• Recommend and implement policies and strategies that ensure the organization’s financial resiliency and strength.

Prepare, manage, and oversee state and foundation budgets for the organization:
• Prepare and present an annual operating budget to the Executive Director and associated Boards for approval.
• Implement, manage, and execute operating budgets
• Prepare monthly and ad hoc financial statements and reports for all budgets and financial metrics.

Perform accounting functions for the organization:
• Enter bank deposits in Cardinal and QuickBooks and enters deposits on cash receipt log.
• Reconcile transactions keyed in the state accounting system (Cardinal) and QuickBooks
• Reconcile and enter transactions into Fixed Assets and Lease Accounting systems
• Process invoices in Cardinal and QuickBooks, verifying accuracy through established audit procedures/policies.
• Prepare checks in QuickBooks for vendor payments.

Minimum Qualifications

We are seeking an individual possessing the following:
• Comprehensive knowledge of generally accepted business and accounting principles, and of fiscal and accounting functions, policies, and procedures for both non-profit organizations and governmental agencies.
• Considerable knowledge of non-profit and public audit and compliance protocols and processes.
• Considerable knowledge of accounting software and associated systems.
• Ability to apply knowledge of information technology systems and financial management processes to choose, customize, configure, and administer financial management software applications.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, direct, manage, and coordinate accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting functions, systems, and procedures including internal controls and cash receipting.
• Ability to create, analyze and forecast financial data, make sound recommendations, and to develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with colleagues, governing bodies, partners, a