What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Finance position at Commonwealth of VA Careers?
Title: Director of Finance
State Role Title: Financial Services Manager III / 19036
Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience up to $160,000 annually
Pay Band: 7
Agency: Virginia Employment Commission
Location: VEC CENTRAL OFFICE
Agency Website: https://www.vec.virginia.gov/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Come grow with us! It's a great time to join our team as the Director of Finance and oversee the management, control, and reporting of annual appropriations and a Federal Trust Fund.
Oversees accounting, reporting and Treasury operations (Trust Fund, A/P, A/R, payroll, and cashier functions); preparation and submission of financial reports; accounting, financial, fixed asset, and lease activities reported in various automated systems; policy and procedure development and implementation; and internal controls to ensure compliance and effective operations. Provides executive level support to the Chief Administrative Officer and Executive Team; performs fiduciary management of cash receipts and disbursements; ensures financial and accounting activities comply with established requirements; and works with partners to meet business needs and provide shared services support.
Oversees FMS and Cardinal implementation; assists with documentation/evaluation/testing of system and internal controls updates, enhancements, and processes; and recommends technologies, solutions, policies and procedures to enhance and optimize efficiencies and streamline operations.
Works closely with leadership to align financial strategies with organizational goals and drive performance improvements across the shared services framework.
Provides high level project management and coordination; manages professional staff and administrative functions; and provides support to Director of Budget/Grants and Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).
Minimum Qualifications
Considerable knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, general ledger accounting, finance, Treasury, and related state and federal requirements; budget policies and practices; financial reporting requirements; internal control and audit standards, policies and procedures; and grant requirements.
Excellent oral and written communication, computer (e.g., Microsoft Office Professional or 360 or comparable software), quality assurance, financial reporting and analysis, and leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage financial/accounting/treasury/reporting functions and operations; plan, forecast, analyze and audit financial data; identify and report issues, make sound recommendations and negotiate resolution of problems; prepare financial reports and statements; work with automated systems; provide training and respond to requests; facilitate effective working relationships with various parties; and ensure timely delivery of services.
Additional Considerations
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of what we do in Virginia, and the VEC is committed to upholding these values in our employment opportunities across the Commonwealth to people from all backgrounds, including all races, ethnicities, genders, and abilities.
The Virginia Employment Commission Is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, and a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
The selected candidate must successfully pass a comprehensive background check including an FBI fingerprint background investigation.
Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and résumés will not be accepted.
Applications are not accepted after the recruitment closing date.
Please carefully review the details of this recruitment including the location of the position and the posted salary before applying. VEC does not provide relocation assistance, and no salary will be offered outside of the posted salary range / flat rate.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application (and/or resume). You must ensure your application/resume includes the scope of your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to the position you are applying for. Information not stated will not be assumed.
This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
For the status of your application and this position, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via email or telephone.
Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Applicants needing accommodations should contact the Human Resource office for additional information.
The VEC 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: VEC 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.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources / Recruitment
Phone: For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via phone.
Email: Careers@vec.virginia.gov for recruitment related questions. Emailed applications, resumes, or cover letters will not be accepted. For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Salary : $160,000
