Arlington County Government is the public-sector organization serving Arlington County, Virginia, through a broad range of civic services and community programs. Its work spans public safety, community planning, environmental services, recreation, and local administration. The organization also supports resident engagement through public meetings, community events, and initiatives designed to promote participation and transparency in county governance.
Management and Finance Director (Hybrid) – Arlington County Government
Leads Arlington County’s municipal finance function as Chief Financial Officer, overseeing budgeting, debt, audits, forecasting, and fiscal strategy. Advises County leadership while managing bond ratings, internal controls, and public-sector financial operations.
United States
Virginia$214,073 – $331,822 / year
HybridFull-timeLeadEnglish RequiredFinancial Planning and AnalysisDescription
- Lead the Department of Management and Finance as the County’s Chief Financial Officer
- Advise the County Manager, department directors, and County Board on immediate and long-range financial strategy
- Develop budgeting, financial, and debt-management recommendations that optimize resources and address economic changes
- Oversee County financial operations, the General Fund operating budget, the multi-year Capital Improvement Plan, and complex funding sources
- Protect the County’s AAA bond ratings through disciplined fiscal management and sound debt policies
- Strengthen multi-year forecasting by connecting capital planning with service requirements and community priorities
- Advance budgeting, program analysis, and performance measurement practices
- Use technology to modernize accounting and financial workflows and increase public transparency
- Reinforce internal controls and establish a comprehensive internal audit program to reduce fraud, waste, and abuse
- Improve Purchasing operations while maintaining regulatory compliance and taxpayer value
- Manage multidisciplinary finance teams and municipal fiscal operations
- Present complex, sensitive financial information clearly to executives, advisory boards, residents, and the County Board
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, public administration, or a related discipline from an accredited institution
- At least 10 years of senior financial management experience in government
- Substantial supervisory and management experience across budgeting, financial management, auditing, and accounting
- Letter of interest detailing leadership of multidisciplinary teams and development of long-term financial strategies in a complex public or governmental organization
- Resume
- Successful pre-employment background screening, including criminal, driving, education, professional licensure, and credit history checks
- Ability to complete the Commonwealth of Virginia Statement of Economic Interest upon hire and annually afterward
- Comprehensive knowledge of financial management, budgeting, purchasing, accounting, debt management, and internal auditing
- Advanced understanding of federal, state, and County laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations governing municipal finance
- Advanced quantitative analysis capability for complex financial data, revenues, and expenditures
- Ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues, elected officials, and community stakeholders
- Availability for evening meetings, public hearings, and emergency responses
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Dental insurance coverage
- Vacation leave
- Sick leave
- Commuter transportation subsidies
- Tuition reimbursement
- Retirement plan
- Performance agreement tied to the County’s Management Plan and achieved results