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Chief Financial Officer

Dept of Rail & Public Trans · Richmond, VA · Virginia

Role
Program manager
First seen
Nov 1, 2026
Closes
Nov 23, 2026
Salary
Up to $195,000
Apply on the Virginia portal

Applications go through the state’s official system — CivicWorks only tracks the posting.

Summary

The Department of Rail and Public Transportation seeks a Chief Financial Officer to provide executive leadership and strategic direction for all financial operations, including budget, financial programming, financial reporting, and compliance. The role leads the finance team, manages state and federal grant funds, and ensures transparent financial stewardship in support of Virginia's freight rail and public transportation programs.

Key qualifications

  • Comprehensive knowledge of complex financial structures and government/public finance laws and regulations
  • Extensive experience in budget administration, procurement management, and public finance practices
  • Demonstrated senior management experience in financial planning, accounting, budgeting, and fiscal analysis
  • Outstanding collaboration and communication skills with ability to build relationships across diverse groups
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred
  • Progressive experience within state government roles encompassing financial management and regulatory compliance

Summarized by CivicWorks from the state’s posting — check the official listing for full details.

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