Budget and Administration Manager

Loudoun County Government • Leesburg, VA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Loudoun County Fire and Rescue (LCFR) is seeking an experienced Budget and Administration Manager to support the financial, administrative, and strategic operations of a large public safety organization. The position oversees the department’s operating budget, EMS cost recovery program, special funds, grants, procurement functions, and major departmental projects. Under general direction, the manager develops, analyzes, and monitors budgets; prepares Board of Supervisors items and related documentation; conducts fiscal analysis; and advises senior leadership on long-range planning, operational priorities, and resource allocation for fire, rescue, and emergency services.

The role also provides training on budgeting processes, identifies process improvements, and implements financial best practices. The successful candidate will apply governmental accounting and financial reporting principles, analyze complex issues, communicate clearly, and maintain effective working relationships with employees, County officials, and the public. Applicants should demonstrate knowledge of governmental budgeting and accounting, capital planning, and ERP systems, preferably Oracle Fusion, and be able to develop, present, and manage complex financial information for leadership and public audiences.

Work is primarily in a professional office environment. The role occasionally requires evening meeting attendance and may require support during emergency operations. Extended hours may be needed for departmental or countywide initiatives. With supervisor approval, the position is eligible for two teleworking days per week after the third full month of employment. Hiring salary is commensurate with experience. The selection process includes application review, a panel interview, a final interview, and a comprehensive background check, including criminal record, credit, DMV, and fingerprint checks. The anticipated target hire date is January 14, 2027.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Policy, or a related field, and four years of experience in government budgeting, financial management, or planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of governmental budgeting and accounting principles and capital planning.
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop, present, and manage complex financial information for leadership and public audiences.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting and financial reporting theories, principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of financial services functions and operations.
• General knowledge of applicable state and local rules, regulations, codes, and ordinances.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and situations and adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, County officials, and the general public.
• Ability to attend occasional evening meetings and provide support during emergency operations as needed.
• Ability to work extended hours when necessary to support departmental or countywide initiatives.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check, including criminal record, credit, DMV, and fingerprint checks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in public safety or large multi-fund organizations.
• Familiarity with Loudoun County budgeting processes.
• Prior preparation of Board-level documents or formal presentations.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.
• Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) certification.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Oracle Fusion.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and monitor departmental budgets.
• Oversee the department’s operating budget, EMS cost recovery program, special funds, grants, procurement functions, and major departmental projects.
• Prepare Board of Supervisors items and related documentation.
• Conduct detailed fiscal analysis.
• Advise senior leadership on long-range planning, operational priorities, and resource allocation decisions.
• Provide training on budgeting processes.
• Identify process improvements and implement financial best practices.
• Develop, present, and manage complex financial information for leadership and public audiences.
• Provide support during emergency operations as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Two teleworking days per week after the third full month of employment, with supervisor approval.
• Employee wellness and work-life balance support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager