Salary:
$107,845.00 - $129,414.00 Annually Location :
Gloucester, VA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
12192025-01 Department:
FINANCE Opening Date:
12/19/2025
Description The Finance Director plays a vital role in supporting our County's Central Accounting and Payroll team, helping to maintain the strength and integrity of our community's finances. If you are dedicated and detail-oriented, we would be pleased to hear from you. Please feel free to submit your application today! Under minimal supervision, the Finance Director plans and directs the County's Central Accounting and Payroll functions. This position oversees various functions including financial reporting, central accounting and payroll for the County; reviews and approves financial procedures and controls; reviews and approves all disbursements; oversees cash management, debt financing, fixed assets, grant activity, and risk management. Responsible for independently coordinating with external auditors and leading the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Reports to the Deputy County Administrator/Chief Financial Officer.
Job Highlights
Directs the centralized accounting and payroll functions. Supervises for the maintenance, control, and analysis of the fiscal operations of the County government. Supervises the County's fixed asset program. Supervises the posting and balancing of County ledgers. Responsible for the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Recommends and maintains County financial policies and provides advisory support to department heads regarding financial practices and compliance. Provides financial analysis in support of the annual County budget. Prepares regular and special financial analyses and reports for the Chief Financial Officer. Performs other duties as assigned. To view the complete job description :
Finance Director
Qualifications
Possession of a Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or a related field required. Six (6) or more years of progressively responsible management experience in general accounting and/or governmental accounting with considerable experience working with complex automated financial systems, spreadsheet applications, and financial reporting. To be considered for this position, your online application must include a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references. Professional references are individuals who can attest to your job related knowledge, skills and abilities while working or in a volunteer capacity and are not family or personally related. Professional references should include job title, company name and address, phone numbers and email address if available. Special Requirements
Licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO). Experience with Tyler Munis Possession of certification from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) or the Virginia Government Finance Officers Association (VGFOA).
Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
& Drug Free Employer OUR Community:
Gloucester County Experience Gloucester County by following these links:
Schools Gloucester County Government offers an excellent benefit package that includes health care coverage, leave program and retirement benefits for all regular full-time employees. Gloucester County participates in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) which requires a 5% mandatory contribution by employees.
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The supplemental questions are very important and will be used to determine if you meet the basic qualifications as listed on the job posting and in the job description. I acknowledge that I must complete the supplemental questions section in order for my application to be considered complete.
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When answering the supplemental questions about experience, education, or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the online application.
I acknowledge the above statement.
03
What is your current highest level of education completed?
I do not have a High School diploma or GED HS Diploma or GED Some College Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher
04
In what field was your degree obtained? (if you do not possess a post secondary education please enter N/A as your response.) 05
Are you a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or a Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)?
Yes No
06
Do you possess certification from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) or the Virginia Government Finance Officers Association (VFGOA)?
Yes No
07
Do you have six (6) to nine (9) years of progressively responsible management experience in general accounting and/or governmental accounting with considerable experience working with complex automated financial systems, spreadsheet applications, and financial reporting?
Yes No
08
If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please describe your experience. Be specific and include duration of experience, organization you worked for, and job title. Include the number of employees you supervised/managed and the level and expertise of the employees you supervised. If you answered "No", enter "N/A". 09
What principles guide your conduct? Please describe examples of how you apply those principles in the work environment. 10
A complete job description for this position is available on the Human Resource Department "Job Description" web page. I acknowledge that I have read and understand the complete job description including the minimum qualifications or standards required for this position.
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$107,845.00 - $129,414.00 Annually Location :
Gloucester, VA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
12192025-01 Department:
FINANCE Opening Date:
12/19/2025
Description The Finance Director plays a vital role in supporting our County's Central Accounting and Payroll team, helping to maintain the strength and integrity of our community's finances. If you are dedicated and detail-oriented, we would be pleased to hear from you. Please feel free to submit your application today! Under minimal supervision, the Finance Director plans and directs the County's Central Accounting and Payroll functions. This position oversees various functions including financial reporting, central accounting and payroll for the County; reviews and approves financial procedures and controls; reviews and approves all disbursements; oversees cash management, debt financing, fixed assets, grant activity, and risk management. Responsible for independently coordinating with external auditors and leading the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Reports to the Deputy County Administrator/Chief Financial Officer.
Job Highlights
Directs the centralized accounting and payroll functions. Supervises for the maintenance, control, and analysis of the fiscal operations of the County government. Supervises the County's fixed asset program. Supervises the posting and balancing of County ledgers. Responsible for the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Recommends and maintains County financial policies and provides advisory support to department heads regarding financial practices and compliance. Provides financial analysis in support of the annual County budget. Prepares regular and special financial analyses and reports for the Chief Financial Officer. Performs other duties as assigned. To view the complete job description :
Finance Director
Qualifications
Possession of a Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or a related field required. Six (6) or more years of progressively responsible management experience in general accounting and/or governmental accounting with considerable experience working with complex automated financial systems, spreadsheet applications, and financial reporting. To be considered for this position, your online application must include a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references. Professional references are individuals who can attest to your job related knowledge, skills and abilities while working or in a volunteer capacity and are not family or personally related. Professional references should include job title, company name and address, phone numbers and email address if available. Special Requirements
Licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO). Experience with Tyler Munis Possession of certification from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) or the Virginia Government Finance Officers Association (VGFOA).
Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
& Drug Free Employer OUR Community:
Gloucester County Experience Gloucester County by following these links:
Schools Gloucester County Government offers an excellent benefit package that includes health care coverage, leave program and retirement benefits for all regular full-time employees. Gloucester County participates in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) which requires a 5% mandatory contribution by employees.
Visit our for additional information: 01
The supplemental questions are very important and will be used to determine if you meet the basic qualifications as listed on the job posting and in the job description. I acknowledge that I must complete the supplemental questions section in order for my application to be considered complete.
Yes No
02
When answering the supplemental questions about experience, education, or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the online application.
I acknowledge the above statement.
03
What is your current highest level of education completed?
I do not have a High School diploma or GED HS Diploma or GED Some College Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher
04
In what field was your degree obtained? (if you do not possess a post secondary education please enter N/A as your response.) 05
Are you a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or a Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)?
Yes No
06
Do you possess certification from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) or the Virginia Government Finance Officers Association (VFGOA)?
Yes No
07
Do you have six (6) to nine (9) years of progressively responsible management experience in general accounting and/or governmental accounting with considerable experience working with complex automated financial systems, spreadsheet applications, and financial reporting?
Yes No
08
If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please describe your experience. Be specific and include duration of experience, organization you worked for, and job title. Include the number of employees you supervised/managed and the level and expertise of the employees you supervised. If you answered "No", enter "N/A". 09
What principles guide your conduct? Please describe examples of how you apply those principles in the work environment. 10
A complete job description for this position is available on the Human Resource Department "Job Description" web page. I acknowledge that I have read and understand the complete job description including the minimum qualifications or standards required for this position.
Yes No
Required Question