Deputy CFO: Transform Finance & Systems (Remote)

State of Washington

Olympia (WA)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

The State of Washington, Employment Security Department, is seeking a Deputy Chief Financial Officer to lead and transform the agency's financial operations. Reporting to the CFO, the Deputy CFO will provide technical accounting expertise, risk oversight, and leadership across Financial Services, ensuring sound decisions and strong controls.

The role emphasizes financial transformation, implementation of statewide One Washington and Workday financial systems, staff development, and internal

Qualifications

  • Progressively responsible financial management with leadership and budgeting experience.
  • Experience supervising finance staff and managing complex budgets.
  • Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk management, and financial operations.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical financial leadership and primary advisory to CFO.
  • Lead internal operations of Financial Services Division and supervise staff.
  • Drive financial transformation and system modernization, including Workday.

Skills

Strategic Financial Planning
Internal Controls & Risk Management
Enterprise System Governance
Policy Formulation
Intergovernmental Relations
Transformational Leadership
Executive Coaching
Cultural Humility & DEI
Decision-Making & Delegation

Education

Master’s degree or CPA/CGFM
Associate’s degree in finance or related field
Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field

Tools

Workday ERP

Job description

The State of Washington, Employment Security Department, is seeking a Deputy Chief Financial Officer to lead and transform the agency's financial operations. Reporting to the CFO, the Deputy CFO will provide technical accounting expertise, risk oversight, and leadership across Financial Services, ensuring sound decisions and strong controls.

The role emphasizes financial transformation, implementation of statewide One Washington and Workday financial systems, staff development, and internal

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