Goochland County, VA
Salary:
$128,391.81 - $159,999.00 Annually Location :
Goochland, VA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
202400237 Department:
Finance Opening Date:
10/31/2025 Closing Date:
11/16/2025 5:00 PM Eastern FLSA:
Exempt
Goochland County is located in the heart of Central Virginia. Just over 289 square miles of rural countryside, our County is home to just over 26,000 residents and is ideally located within a short drive to beaches or mountain tops. We have great proximity to major cities including Charlottesville and Richmond. Our quality of life is unsurpassed, and our active community welcomes one and all. A community rich in history, the Goochland County Courthouse is widely considered to be the most well-maintained Jeffersonian courthouse in Virginia. Goochland County is the smallest county in the United States to have earned the highest rating from all three credit rating agencies which reflects the County's exceptional financial resilience and is home to an award-winning public-school system. Description
This position serves as a key member of the senior leadership team and assists in strategic planning with complex financial matters including funding strategies, revenue and expenditure forecasting, debt financing and management, and Federal and State financial compliance. The Director of Financial Services provides leadership and oversight in the areas of budget, general accounting, accounts payable, payroll, audit preparation, and purchasing, and serves as financial consultant to the School Board, Social Services, and others within the governmental organization.
Essential Functions
Oversees all financial reporting for the County, including quarterly and annual financial statements and budget information that complies with applicable Federal and State requirements in compliance with GAAP, GASB regulations, and the VA Auditor of Public Accounts. Develops internal control procedures to ensure financial integrity and stewardship of County assets. Exercises administrative control over the allocation of funds and the rate of expenditures in accord with the approved budget. Develops budget calendar and facilitates annual operating and capital improvement budget development process. Leads staff in the development of the annual budget presentation and budget book in alignment with best practices identified by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). Reviews multi-year financial trends and prepares related analytical reports and funding recommendations. Establishes policy and procedures in accordance with the County's desired AAA bond rating. Oversees County's purchasing policies and procedures; provides supervision to the Purchasing Manager and ensures compliance with the Virginia Public Procurement Act. Manages accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Oversees the planning, coordination, and managing of all County payroll functions related to employees, the Board of Supervisors, and other paid Boards to ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll, tax deductions, other deductions, retirement reports, and W-2's in accordance with all laws/regulations. Manages the financial audit process, which includes compiling the County's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and Comparative Cost Report. Works in collaboration with staff and the County Administrator to develop the County's Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Oversees debt financing, fixed assets, and grant activity. Prepares and presents reports for BOS as required. Represents the County on various boards, commissions and authorities as required. Performs other assigned duties. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of general local government administration and constitutional provisions. Knowledge of public financial management, including fund accounting and budget development. Knowledge of GAAP, GASB regulations and requirements of the VA Auditor of Public Accounts. Knowledge of labor and tax law pertaining to payroll processing. Knowledge of Virginia Public Procurement Act. Knowledge of laws and practices related to municipal bond financing. Ability to lead, supervise, and hold staff accountable for performance expectations. Skill in time management and project prioritization. Skill in creating and delivering presentations in public settings and in front of elected officials. Skill in mentoring and training subordinate department staff. Skill in identifying and resolving process and calculation errors. Skill in researching and identifying alternate solutions as problems arise. Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing. Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other personnel and the public. Ability to interpret and implement legislative changes pertaining to funding and/or financial procedures. Skill in delivering public presentations clearly to the Board of Supervisors and members of the community. Ability to analyze data and identify trends for use in strategic financial planning. Skill in analyzing trends in an organization's budget to make date driven decisions about future budgetary needs. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads and the public. Ability to establish, communicate, and evaluate specific measurable goals for department staff. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of subordinate employees. Ability to conduct cost benefit analyses of potential projects. Ability to create and implement internal financial controls. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, verbally and in writing. Education, Experience and Training
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field. Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in a complex financial department or agency, with a minimum of 3 years managerial and supervisory experience. Governmental finance, local government accounting, and/ or local government budgetary experience preferred. Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience. Valid State of Virginia Driver's License with a driving record that meets HR Policy requirements. Master's degree in accounting, Finance, Business or Public Administration preferred. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential, Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) designation preferred. Governmental fund accounting experience?preferred.
As part of employment with Goochland County, all employees are required to complete Emergency preparedness and incident management training courses as directed or requested.
Goochland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, family medical history or genetic information, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status that is protected by federal, state or local laws. Goochland County Government offers an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision, vacation and sick leave as well as retirement benefits for all regular full-time employees. Goochland County participates in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) which requires a 5% mandatory contribution by employees.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS: As a prospective employee of Goochland County, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website atore information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at
Please visit our web page for additional information.
$128,391.81 - $159,999.00 Annually Location :
Goochland, VA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
202400237 Department:
Finance Opening Date:
10/31/2025 Closing Date:
11/16/2025 5:00 PM Eastern FLSA:
Exempt
Goochland County is located in the heart of Central Virginia. Just over 289 square miles of rural countryside, our County is home to just over 26,000 residents and is ideally located within a short drive to beaches or mountain tops. We have great proximity to major cities including Charlottesville and Richmond. Our quality of life is unsurpassed, and our active community welcomes one and all. A community rich in history, the Goochland County Courthouse is widely considered to be the most well-maintained Jeffersonian courthouse in Virginia. Goochland County is the smallest county in the United States to have earned the highest rating from all three credit rating agencies which reflects the County's exceptional financial resilience and is home to an award-winning public-school system. Description
This position serves as a key member of the senior leadership team and assists in strategic planning with complex financial matters including funding strategies, revenue and expenditure forecasting, debt financing and management, and Federal and State financial compliance. The Director of Financial Services provides leadership and oversight in the areas of budget, general accounting, accounts payable, payroll, audit preparation, and purchasing, and serves as financial consultant to the School Board, Social Services, and others within the governmental organization.
Essential Functions
Oversees all financial reporting for the County, including quarterly and annual financial statements and budget information that complies with applicable Federal and State requirements in compliance with GAAP, GASB regulations, and the VA Auditor of Public Accounts. Develops internal control procedures to ensure financial integrity and stewardship of County assets. Exercises administrative control over the allocation of funds and the rate of expenditures in accord with the approved budget. Develops budget calendar and facilitates annual operating and capital improvement budget development process. Leads staff in the development of the annual budget presentation and budget book in alignment with best practices identified by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). Reviews multi-year financial trends and prepares related analytical reports and funding recommendations. Establishes policy and procedures in accordance with the County's desired AAA bond rating. Oversees County's purchasing policies and procedures; provides supervision to the Purchasing Manager and ensures compliance with the Virginia Public Procurement Act. Manages accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Oversees the planning, coordination, and managing of all County payroll functions related to employees, the Board of Supervisors, and other paid Boards to ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll, tax deductions, other deductions, retirement reports, and W-2's in accordance with all laws/regulations. Manages the financial audit process, which includes compiling the County's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and Comparative Cost Report. Works in collaboration with staff and the County Administrator to develop the County's Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Oversees debt financing, fixed assets, and grant activity. Prepares and presents reports for BOS as required. Represents the County on various boards, commissions and authorities as required. Performs other assigned duties. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of general local government administration and constitutional provisions. Knowledge of public financial management, including fund accounting and budget development. Knowledge of GAAP, GASB regulations and requirements of the VA Auditor of Public Accounts. Knowledge of labor and tax law pertaining to payroll processing. Knowledge of Virginia Public Procurement Act. Knowledge of laws and practices related to municipal bond financing. Ability to lead, supervise, and hold staff accountable for performance expectations. Skill in time management and project prioritization. Skill in creating and delivering presentations in public settings and in front of elected officials. Skill in mentoring and training subordinate department staff. Skill in identifying and resolving process and calculation errors. Skill in researching and identifying alternate solutions as problems arise. Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing. Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other personnel and the public. Ability to interpret and implement legislative changes pertaining to funding and/or financial procedures. Skill in delivering public presentations clearly to the Board of Supervisors and members of the community. Ability to analyze data and identify trends for use in strategic financial planning. Skill in analyzing trends in an organization's budget to make date driven decisions about future budgetary needs. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads and the public. Ability to establish, communicate, and evaluate specific measurable goals for department staff. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of subordinate employees. Ability to conduct cost benefit analyses of potential projects. Ability to create and implement internal financial controls. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, verbally and in writing. Education, Experience and Training
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field. Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in a complex financial department or agency, with a minimum of 3 years managerial and supervisory experience. Governmental finance, local government accounting, and/ or local government budgetary experience preferred. Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience. Valid State of Virginia Driver's License with a driving record that meets HR Policy requirements. Master's degree in accounting, Finance, Business or Public Administration preferred. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential, Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) designation preferred. Governmental fund accounting experience?preferred.
As part of employment with Goochland County, all employees are required to complete Emergency preparedness and incident management training courses as directed or requested.
Goochland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, family medical history or genetic information, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status that is protected by federal, state or local laws. Goochland County Government offers an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision, vacation and sick leave as well as retirement benefits for all regular full-time employees. Goochland County participates in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) which requires a 5% mandatory contribution by employees.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS: As a prospective employee of Goochland County, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website atore information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at
Please visit our web page for additional information.