Employer: Town of Dumfries
Finance Director
Located in:Dumfries, VA
Employment type:Full time Work arrangement:Mostly in-office
Salary:$91,088-$150,295/yr
Posted 1 days ago
Minimum Qualifications
- Four (4) years of increasingly responsible senior finance management experience in a municipality or other government environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or in a field related to the position. An equivalent combination of training and experience (approved by the Town Manager) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications
Preferences
- Certified Public Accountant
- /Certified Internal Auditor
Summary
Develops and implements financial policies and procedures to ensure timely, accurate transactions and strong internal controls. Establishes safeguards to protect Town funds and maintains custody of financial records. Prepares and monitors the Town budget, advising the Town Manager, staff, and committees, and reports on compliance and variances. Produces timely financial and operational reports for the Town Manager and Council. Oversees financial reporting systems and ensures the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) complies with GAAP and other regulatory standards. Monitors federal and state laws, updating accounting practices to maintain compliance, including GASB requirements. Maintains effective working relationships with government agencies, Council, staff, and the public. Oversees enforcement of delinquent tax collections and ensures responsive, courteous handling of public inquiries.
Position
Supervisor:
Town Manager
Direct Reports:
4
Expectations & schedule
Work Arrangement
Mostly in-office
Will not consider remote workers living in a different region.
Opportunities for Advancement
No
Organization
Three words that best describe the organizational culture
Strategic, Transparent, Results-driven
Benefits
Here’s a concise, recruitment-ready version: **What Makes Us an Attractive Employer** We offer meaningful work that directly impacts the community, paired with opportunities to contribute at a high level. Our team benefits from strong leadership access, hands-on experience with complex projects, and a culture that values accountability, collaboration, and results. With the stability of public service and the momentum of a growing organization, employees are empowered to make a difference while advancing their careers.
Significant challenges facing the organization
Like many growing communities, we are balancing increased service demands with limited resources. Key challenges include maintaining and upgrading infrastructure, managing growth and development responsibly, and ensuring our staffing and systems keep pace with community needs. We are also focused on maintaining strong financial stewardship while meeting high expectations for service delivery and responsiveness. This environment creates opportunities for employees to make a meaningful impact and help shape solutions that move the organization forward.
Important upcoming projects or initiatives
The Town is advancing several key initiatives focused on infrastructure, community development, and service delivery. This includes major capital projects such as stormwater improvements and roadway enhancements, as well as ongoing efforts to support economic development and revitalization. The organization is also strengthening internal operations through process improvements, technology enhancements, and expanded community engagement efforts. These initiatives provide employees with the opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects that shape the Town’s future.
GFOA awards
Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
Other information
Expected hire/start date
July 01st, 2026