Finance Officer

King and Queen County•King and Queen CH, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

King and Queen County is seeking a Finance Officer responsible for the financial management and reporting activities of the County including budget, forecasts, investments, audits, and strategic planning. This position also performs day to day finance functions related to County operations. The Finance Officer will support the Director of Finance to ensure the County’s financial resources are managed efficiently and effectively, and that the County complies with all financial regulations and standards. The ideal candidate will work well on assignments and complete assigned tasks independently while maintaining timelines and meeting deadlines with minimal supervision. Experience in local or state government finance is desirable. Recruitment closes on May 24, 2026.

Requirements

Detailed knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Virginia Public Procurement Act and other regulations governing the Finance Department
Ability to prepare appropriate statements and reports
Ability to operate standard office, word processing, and data entry equipment
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county citizens and associates
Customer service experience
Communication skills
Punctuality
Ability to organize work and related tasks
Willingness to participate in ongoing training
Excellent internal and/or external customer service skills
Familiarity with basic office equipment, use of a computer and related software is desirable
Work experience with Excel is important

Nice To Haves

Experience in local or state government finance is desirable
Some knowledge of business and office practices
Working knowledge of BAI Municipal Software is helpful
Professional certification CFA/CPA is a preference

Responsibilities

Process purchase requisitions for general supplies as well as department specific items for all County Departments in accordance with the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA) as well as the King and Queen County small purchasing policy.
Upon receipt of orders is responsible for verification of order accuracy and distribution to requesting offices.
In the event of discrepancy is responsible for return, reorder and dispute resolution as needed.
Prepare and issue procurements including requests for proposals, bids and qualifications as needed for various County projects in accordance with the VPPA and King and Queen County small purchasing policy.
Prepare twice monthly accounts payable invoice processing to include preparation of reports to be provided to the Board of Supervisors.
Coordinate and manage audits and provide necessary financial data and supporting documentation.
Assist in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures
Prepare and maintain annual vendor files including required vendor information and invoices.
Prepare annual IRS form 1099 for vendors.
Maintain general supplies for all departments within the County Administration office.
Assist with compliance with Library of Virginia records retention schedule and reporting such to the appropriate County Records Manager.
Assist the Director of Finance with monthly and annual general ledger reconciliation and closings in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Assist with processing of monthly full time and part-time payroll including quarterly and annual state and federal reporting.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance and County Administrator.

Benefits

Medical Insurance (Employer paid health benefits with no employee contribution for the employee only)
Health Savings Account (Employer makes monthly contributions to your account)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Annual Leave
Personal Leave
Paid Holidays
Family Medical Leave (FMLA)
Civil Leave
Military Leave (in accordance with the Code of Virginia and United States Code)
Volunteer Leave (8 hours per calendar year)
Bereavement Leave
Group Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Educational Benefits
Pet Insurance
Cybersecurity Insurance
Virginia 529 College Savings Plan
Virginia Retirement Plan