Municipal Finance Director: Strategic, Modernizing Leader

City of Colonial Heights, VA; Colonial Heights (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Colonial Heights seeks a Director of Finance to lead budgeting, accounting, payroll, purchasing, risk management, real estate assessment, billing and collections, and utility billing. Reporting to the City Manager, you will advise senior leadership, build a strong team, and modernize financial processes to position the department for long-term success.

The ideal candidate brings deep municipal finance expertise, leadership ability, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's with supervisory experience required.
• Extensive GAAP knowledge and municipal budgeting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with Tyler Munis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, accounting, payroll, purchasing, and risk management.
• Oversee real estate assessment and utility billing operations.
• Provide financial advisory support to City Manager and Department Directors.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and accurate financial reporting.
• Modernize processes and optimize financial systems.

Skills

Municipal finance

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Tyler Munis

Job description

The City of Colonial Heights seeks a Director of Finance to lead budgeting, accounting, payroll, purchasing, risk management, real estate assessment, billing and collections, and utility billing. Reporting to the City Manager, you will advise senior leadership, build a strong team, and modernize financial processes to position the department for long-term success.

The ideal candidate brings deep municipal finance expertise, leadership ability, and a collaborative mindset.