Management & Finance Director

Arlington County Government•Arlington, VA

2d•$214,074 - $331,822•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Management and Finance (DMF) is seeking an experienced, innovative, and results-oriented executive to serve as its Director and as the County’s Chief Financial Officer. This position will provide strategic guidance to the department as well as County leadership in the areas of financial management and budgeting, debt issuance and management, tax and revenue policy development, accounting, purchasing, real estate assessment, capital financing, and internal auditing. This position will also regularly lead multidisciplinary financial teams, and oversee comprehensive municipal fiscal operations in a predominantly remote environment. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of driving organizational change and financial innovation; while also possessing exceptional communication skills, demonstrating the ability to translate complex, and sensitive financial information clearly for executive leaders, advisory boards, the community, and the County Board. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Thorough knowledge of the principles, theories, and practices of financial management, budgeting, purchasing, accounting, debt management, and internal auditing; Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and County laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations governing municipal financial operations; High-level quantitative analysis skills to extract, interpret, and evaluate complex financial data, revenues, and expenditures; and Demonstrated ability to develop working relationships and partnerships with colleagues, elected officials, and community stakeholders to effect change and facilitate issue resolution.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Public Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university
Extensive (10+ years) senior financial management experience in a government setting, including significant supervisory and management experience in budgeting, financial management, auditing, and accounting functions.
A complete application includes a letter of interest.
A complete application includes a resume.
A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted.
Completion of the Commonwealth of Virginia Statement of Economic Interest form will be required of the successful candidate upon acceptance of employment and annually thereafter.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or Public Administration
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or the equivalent professional finance certification
Experience in financing large programs and capital budgets, and successfully working with rating agencies and investors
Experience implementing performance management programs and open data systems
Experience developing and implementing internal controls to safeguard fiscal activities against fraud, waste, and abuse

Responsibilities

Guiding Financial Strategies: Guides the current and long-term financial strategies of the County, serving as a principal advisor to the County Manager, Department Directors, and the County Board by recommending financial, budgeting, and debt management strategies that maximize fiscal resources and anticipate economic fluctuations.
Managing Fiscal Operations & Budgets: Directs and oversees the County's financial operations, a General Fund operating budget, a multi-year Capital Improvement Plan, and a variety of complex funding streams.
Maintaining Bond Ratings: Maintains the County's AAA bond ratings through rigorous fiscal discipline, conservative management, and sound debt policies.
Forecasting & Planning: Improves multi-year financial forecasting, establishing clear linkages between capital improvement plans, service delivery needs, and community priorities while advising on their impact to the County’s overall financial health.
Enhancing Budget & Performance Systems: Enhances the budget process to support strategic planning and reinvigorates program analysis and performance measurement systems.
Driving Technology & Transparency: Leverages existing and new technology systems to streamline financial and accounting processes and to improve the transparency of financial data to the public.
Strengthening Internal Controls & Auditing: Encourages a culture of internal controls across the County and continues the development of a robust internal audit program to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse.
Optimizing Purchasing & Stakeholder Relations: Enhances the Purchasing program to meet the needs of multiple stakeholders including decentralized County agencies, contractors, and the Office of the County Attorney while ensuring compliance with regulations and optimal value for taxpayers.