Director of Finance & Administration - #00027

Title: Director of Finance & Administration - #00027

State Role Title: Financial Services Manager II, 19035

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Small Bus and Supp Diversity

Location: DEPT OF SMALL BUS/SUPPLIER DIV

Agency Website: www.dhrm.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of Small Business & Supplier Diversity is seeking a Director of Finance & Administration who will oversee all financial related matters of the Department of Small Business & Supplier Diversity programs including the budget, collection of revenue, purchase of all goods and services, and the expenditure of funds for the entire organization. The director will serve as the functional chief financial officer for all of the agency’s divisions, including Business Development and Outreach, Certification, DBE Transportation Outreach, Sourcing and Compliance, and the Virginia Small Business Financing Authority.

Responsibilities: Reporting to the SBSD Director/Deputy Director, the Director of Finance & Administration will: formulate, oversee, and direct the financial input for SBSD's strategic plan and identify opportunities for continuous improvement of financial management; direct the budget program; oversee the procurement and facilities offices; manage the SBSD's fiscal programs; direct the preparation of financial reports; ensure compliance with standards and best practices; and formulate agency financial policies and regulations. The Director will have a diverse background in process management, internal controls, sophisticated reporting, and process management. The Director will possess exemplary communication, problem solving, and critical thinking skills and serve as a steadfast project manager with a “can-do” attitude. The ideal candidate for this role is someone who can take financial management to the next level and get things done! Having relationship-building skills is essential, as this role regularly interacts with the Boards, other departments, and outside organizations.

Minimum Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have an educational background or experience in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a related field. Extensive knowledge of accounting and financial principles and practices is essential. The candidate will possess the ability to think strategically and identify opportunities for continuous improvement; delegate responsibility and review results to ensure deliverables are met; make quality and timely decisions using sound judgment; lead major initiatives that achieve desired results; and lead and direct the performance of employees while inspiring vision and motivation in the delivery of services. In addition, the selected candidate will maintain effective working relationships with SCC leadership and staff, outside agencies, and the general public. Applicants must have the ability to lead, coach, and develop professional staff. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Skilled in fact finding, analysis and problem solving, identifying problems, analyzing findings, and recommending solutions. Must be attentive to detail and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.

Additional Considerations

Comprehensive executive or senior management level experience in financial management and budgeting with some experience in state, local, or federal government agencies; experience leading and managing professional staff; Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities involved in the operation of state government is a plus.

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.

To be considered for this position you must complete a state application through the on-line employment system at https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov by DATE AND TIME. Resumes may be attached but may not substitute for a state application.

Contact Information

Name: Debbie Wyatt-Smith

Phone: 804-292-6414

Email: Debbie.wyattsmith@dhrm.virginia.gov

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.