Controller - AF050

DHRM•Richmond, VA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of General Services (DGS) Office of Fiscal Services is hiring a Controller to lead and manage agency-level financial activities, including financial reporting, general accounting, fixed asset accounting, capital project accounting, and grant accounting. The Controller oversees procedures and systems that enable the agency to comply with financial requirements and provides direct support to the Chief Financial Officer, division directors, program managers, staff, and external stakeholders, including the Department of Accounts and Department of Planning & Budget. The position is based in Richmond, Virginia, and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule of up to two days per week after completion of a Telework Agreement. The selected candidate must pass a criminal background check and complete a Statement of Economic Interest before the first day of employment. Visa sponsorship is not provided; eligibility to work will be confirmed at hire.

Requirements

Experience in finance, business, and accounting, including general and non-general fund accounting, fixed asset accounting, and lease accounting.
Extensive and progressive financial management experience, including planning and auditing operations.
Knowledge of financial policies and requirements, including GAAP and GASB, federal and state laws and regulations, and trends in government and public finance.
Experience with both accrual-basis and cash-basis accounting.
Knowledge of complex financial structures, revenue, and cash resources.
Experience preparing financial statements, attachments, and schedules.
Experience with monthly and year-end closing.
Experience training and leading teams.
Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and make sound recommendations.
Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures.
Ability to explain complex and diverse financial data.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with employees, all levels of management, government officials, and vendors.
Considerable skill using computer software applications, including accounting software, spreadsheets, and word processors.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant.
Experience with reporting and compliance assurance under state and federal guidelines and regulations in a governmental environment.
Knowledge of the Commonwealth of Virginia’s business practices, the Commonwealth Accounting Policies & Procedures (CAPP) Manual, and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
Knowledge of capital outlay process and accounting.
Experience developing and implementing fiscal procedures and policies.
Experience managing professional accountants and staff.
Cardinal Financials experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage agency-level financial activities, including financial reporting, general accounting, fixed asset accounting, capital project accounting, and grant accounting.
Oversee Fiscal Services accounting and financial reporting operations, resolve issues, manage interfaces to the state financial system, ensure timely processing, and maintain appropriate internal controls.
Oversee grant reporting, including fund drawdowns, federal and state reporting, financial oversight, and planning.
Set the schedule for and oversee timely monthly and annual financial-system closing and distribution of report packages to DGS divisions.
Oversee preparation of year-end financial statement documentation and schedules, and coordinate assignments to meet statewide reporting deadlines.
Ensure accurate and timely completion of internal and external financial reports and audits, and provide DGS management with timely financial analyses.
Review and approve monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
Assist the Chief Financial Officer and business unit managers in developing internal financial management reports that support sound business decisions.
Assist with developing or implementing changes to internal accounting processes to comply with state and standard-setting body regulations and ARMICS standards.
Conduct regular reviews and audits to identify improvement areas and implement corrective actions.
Provide support to the Chief Financial Officer, agency division directors, program managers, staff, and external stakeholders.

Benefits

Health benefits at affordable pricing
Pre-tax spending accounts
Paid life insurance
Paid short- and long-term disability benefits
Paid holidays
Vacation and other leave benefits
Wellness programs
State retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings, including employer matching
Supplemental bus passes, ride share, or parking available
Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program