Chief Financial Officer (Central Office/Henrico) #03038

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Henrico, Virginia, VA

6d•$120,000 - $165,000•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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.
Serving as the primary liaison with the Department of Accounts, Department of Planning and Budget, Auditor of Public Accounts, and other state partners.

Benefits

The selected candidate must successfully pass a comprehensive background check including an FBI fingerprint background investigation.
DWDA does not provide relocation assistance, and no salary will be offered outside of the posted salary range / flat rate.
The DWDA does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work in the US.
NOTICE: DWDA will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Language assistance services are available and free of charge.
Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.
DWDA values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.