Senior Manager, Director of Finance

Norfolk Airport Authority; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

The Norfolk Airport Authority in Norfolk, VA seeks a Senior Manager, Director of Finance to lead accounting, procurement, budgeting, and treasury. This strategic finance role reports to the Vice President & Chief Financial Officer and supervises the accounting and procurement managers, ensuring compliance with GASB and public-sector standards.

The role oversees financial planning, analytics, internal controls, and vendor management, and participates in the annual budgeting process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (required).
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible financial management, accounting, and budget execution experience (preferred).
• Minimum of three years supervising or leading staff (preferred).
• Experience in government authority, agency, or entity is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, GL, AR/AP, and financial analytics.
• Lead monthly/quarterly/annual financial reporting per GASB standards.
• Ensure audits and compliance with internal controls and procurement regulations.
• Manage procurement, bidding processes, contracting, and vendor management.
• Coordinate annual operating and capital budgeting for all departments.
• Monitor treasury, liquidity, and debt service with CFO.
• Build and mentor finance, accounting, and procurement staff.
• Promote continuous improvement in efficiency and controls.

Skills

GASB/GAAP

Public sector procurement

Budgeting/forecasting

ERP systems

Excel

Leadership

Financial reporting

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Senior Manager, Director of Finance

ADMIN Full Time Norfolk, VA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1240

Begin a challenging career with the Norfolk Airport Authority, a political subdivision of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our mission is to connect our community with the world by safely, reliably, and efficiently operating Norfolk International Airport.

Job Title: SENIOR MANAGER, DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Shift Schedule: 8:30 AM-5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. May be required to report to work during inclement weather.

Salary Range: $135,356.49 - $189,499.09 ANNUAL

Starting Salary: $135,356.49 - midpoint, depending on qualifications and experience

CLOSING DATE: This job announcement will be open until filled.

ABOUT US: Norfolk International Airport is the aviation gateway to Coastal Virginia and northeastern North Carolina, including the Outer Banks. It has enjoyed four consecutive years of record traffic with nearly 4.9 million passengers in 2025. Its eight commercial airlines offer nonstop service to more than 40 cities coast to coast. Our vision is that every team member has a stake in bringing our “Here & There For You” brand to life for every passenger and fellow employee. We have a demonstrated commitment to cultivating a positive, collaborative work environment that supports our values of professionalism, responsiveness, innovation, diversity, excellence (P.R.I.D.E.) as outlined in our Strategic Plan.

OUR MISSION: The mission of Norfolk Airport Authority is to connect our community with the world by safely, reliably, and efficiently operating Norfolk International Airport.

JOB SUMMARY: Reporting to the Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, the Senior Manager, Director of Finance provides strategic leadership within the Finance department and directly supervises the accounting and procurement managers. The department responsibilities under these two managers cover accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger administration, financial planning & analytics, and operational procurement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The following duties are typical for this position. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Oversee daily accounting operations, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial planning & analytics.
• Direct the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial Reports in strict compliance with GASB pronouncements.
• Audit & Regulatory Compliance:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for external, internal, and federal regulatory audits (including OMB Uniform Guidance / Single Audits).
  • Maintain a robust system of internal controls to safeguard authority assets, prevent fraud, and ensure legal and statutory compliance across procurement and financial transactions.
• Procurement & Purchasing Management:
  • Oversee authority-wide operational procurement operations, public bidding processes, contracting protocols, and vendor management.
  • Work closely with in-house legal counsel to ensure all solicitations (RFPs, RFQs, IFBs) strictly comply with local, state, and federal procurement regulations.
• Budget Operations & Revenue Forecasting:
  • Help lead the annual operating and capital budgeting process across all airport operating departments
  • Monitor budget performance, conduct variance analyses, and help develop long-range revenue models for executive leadership.
• Treasury & Debt Service Management:
  • Oversee treasury management, liquidity, and debt service obligations.
  • Track bond covenant compliance and work closely with the CFO to monitor other bond metrics.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate finance, accounting, and procurement professional staff.
• Foster a continuous-improvement culture focused on operational efficiency, transparent purchasing practices, and modern airport financial operations.
• Performs all other duties as assigned and directed.
• Adhere to all Authority personnel policies and department guidelines.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: The following generally describes the knowledge, skills and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

• Advanced knowledge of governmental accounting standards (GASB), GAAP, and internal control frameworks.
• Public sector procurement methodologies, contract administration, competitive bidding standards, and cooperative purchasing agreements.
• Comprehensive understanding of municipal finance, revenue bond issuance, and debt service covenants.
• Experience in financial modeling, budgeting, and long-range scenario planning.
• Proficiency with different Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) financial modules and Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, Teams, etc.).
• Proven leadership, personnel management, and team-building capabilities across finance and purchasing functions.
• Ability to exercise high sound judgment, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential financial and vendor bid data.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder municipal/quasi-governmental airport environment with competing priorities.
• Ability to build collaborative working relationships across operational departments, tenants, and vendors.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (required)

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible financial management, accounting, and budget execution experience (preferred)
• Minimum of three years of direct experience overseeing public sector procurement, contracting, or purchasing operations (preferred)
• Minimum of three years of supervisory or team management experience (preferred)
• Prior leadership experience in a government authority, agency, or entity (desired)

CERTIFICATIONS:

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to obtain and maintain eligibility to hold a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge as may be required by assigned job duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check and other pre-employment requirements.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS: Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation.

Sitting for long periods of time; bending; stooping; lifting to 25 lbs.; climbing up and down stairs (when necessary)

WORKING CONDITIONS/HAZARDS: Often work in varying degrees and unpredictable weather conditions.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT: It is the policy of the Norfolk Airport Authority (NAA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NAA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

DISCLAIMER: The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All Norfolk Airport Authority (NAA) employees are at-will under Virginia law and NAA personnel policies.

Contact the Human Resources Department at 757-857-3405 for assistance.