Director of Finance

The Town of Woodstock is seeking an analytical, professional individual to join the Town’s management team as the Director of Finance. The Director of Finance performs difficult professional work directing the financial operations of the Town including accounting functions, purchasing, accounts payable, debt management, investments, grants administration, revenue billing and collection, payroll, and fixed assets, contributing to human resources activities, benefits administration, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Town Manager. Departmental supervision is exercised over all personnel within the department.

Comprehensive knowledge of general laws and administrative policies governing financial practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting; thorough knowledge of grants administration procedures and requirements; thorough knowledge of human resources practices, procedures, laws, and regulations; ability to evaluate financial systems and efficiently install accounting methods, procedures, forms and records; ability to prepare informative financial reports; ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinates; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, bank personnel, consultants, auditors, vendors, governmental officials, and the general public.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or related field and considerable experience in governmental accounting, financial management, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) designation preferred. Virginia Public Finance Officer Certificate required within three years of hire.

The position is at-will, full-time, with occasional night meeting requirements. Hiring range is $1,220/week-$1,852/week, annualized to $63,422-$93,622 and is classified as a FLSA exempt position. The successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment, post-offer drug screening. The position packet is available at the Town of Woodstock Municipal Office, 135 North Main Street, Woodstock VA 22664 or www.townofwoodstockva.gov/jobs.

This position will be open until filled with the first round of application reviews beginning on Wednesday, November 17, 2021. The Town is an equal opportunity employer.