Assistant Director for Financial Services

Assistant Director of Financial Services In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or DBVI at View phone number on click.appcast.io Posting Summary Working Title Working Title Assistant Director of Financial Services Role Title Role Code Role Code 19031-SW FLSA FLSA Exempt Pay Band Position Number Position Number 28200025 Agency Agency Piedmont Virginia Community College Division Division Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Work Location Albemarle - 003 Hiring Range Hiring Range $75,000 - $85,000 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category Full Time or Part Time Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule 40 hours weekly, with operational hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with the possibility of a modified schedule in the summer, based on business needs. This is a full-time exempt position providing services in-person, primarily for other College departments. Sensitive Position Sensitive Position Yes Job Description Piedmont Virginia Community College ( PVCC ) is a nonresidential two-year institution of higher education that serves Central Virginia – principally residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson. PVCC is one of 23 community colleges in Virginia that comprise the Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ). The scenic PVCC campus is located in Albemarle County, Virginia. Classes are also offered at the PVCC Eugene Giuseppe Center in Stanardsville (Greene County), the PVCC Jefferson School Center in downtown Charlottesville and at high school sites across the region. For more information, please visit: pvcc.edu PVCC is known throughout the community and the Virginia Community College System for its exceptional faculty and staff, the quality of its programs and services, and the success of its students. PVCC welcomes, encourages, and supports the diversity of our students, faculty, and staff members and seeks to attract, welcome, and retain individuals who reflect the communities we serve. Position Title: Assistant Director of Financial Services Department: Business Office Employment type: Full-time classified, exempt, 40 hours per week with benefits Purpose: Reporting to the Director of Financial Services, this position performs financial reporting and analysis for major College funds (Education & General, Workforce Development) and supports financial accounting for the Piedmont Virginia Community College Educational Foundation, a 501 © (3) foundation with more than $30 million in assets. The position works within the Business Office and with multiple systems to extract data and provide reports and analysis for monitoring and decision-making. This includes validating data from the Peoplesoft Accounting Financial module of AIS /General ledger, Financial Edge within the Foundation’s accounting system, working with Human Resources and the Cardinal system for payroll data, and with the Student Information System ( SIS ). The Assistant Director of Financial Services develops processes and procedures to improve workflows and customer service, while ensuring that processes maintain compliance with the State Comptroller’s directives, Virginia’s Agency Risk Management and Internal Controls Standards ( ARMICS ) and the Commonwealth Accounting Policy and Procedures ( CAPP ) manual. Duties and Responsibilities: Support for PVCC Educational Foundation. Estimated time commitment, 40% on average. Provides support to the Piedmont Virginia Community College Educational Foundation by maintaining and managing financial accounting for the Foundation. This includes appropriately accounting for any grants or contracts administered by the Foundation to ensure accountability to private donors, state, and federal funding agencies. Works closely with the Vice President of Institutional Advancement & Development and other Institutional Advancement staff to develop financial reports for monitoring Foundation funds, and to ensure that cash flow needs are met while safely optimizing potential portfolio growth. Performs monthly reconciliations between Raisers Edge and Financial Edge modules within Blackbaud to ensure accuracy of fund designations and accurate accounting of any and all gifts. Provides required information and responds to questions from the Educational Foundation’s Audit firm. Working with all other College Funds, 60%: Works with the Director of Financial Services to prepare financial reports for all College funds, including preparing quarterly budget to actuals of the Education and General Fund, monthly reports for Workforce Development, and other funds as required. Within AIS , works to define, create and make information available to the college via queries or reports. Employs advanced functionality of Microsoft Suite applications (Excel, PowerBI, PowerPoint) to present financial data in ways that best communicate it and enhance end-users understanding of College finances. Develops control systems to assure policies and procedures for all accounting systems are implemented, documented, and accurate. Participates with testing activities when AIS business processes are changed or updated as required to meet additional policy requirements, new functions, and software changes. Identifies alternatives and proposes changes that improve quality and efficiency. Prepares year-end accounting schedules for the college’s financial statement submission to the VCCS . Assists the Director of Financial Services with other financial schedules, as needed. Ensures expenditures are coded properly for financial reporting accuracy. Other duties: Serves as back-up to the Director of Financial Services as necessary. Participates with the Shared Services Center process for Procure-to-pay and Travel expenses Provide instruction, guidance, and training to all staff Develop and implements internal policies and procedures Reviews and approves all purchasing transactions Monitors budgets and expenditures Provides all necessary financial data and reports Assists with budget preparation for state and local funds. Prepares monthly and quarterly reports Serves as liaison with auditors. Benefits include: Choice of health, dental, disability, and life insurance plans offered through the Commonwealth of Virginia Generous leave benefits Tuition waiver program for studies at PVCC and opportunities for professional development and career advancement Special Assignments May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. KSA's/Required Qualifications Minimum three years’ directly relevant experience in a financial management role. Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices. Direct experience working with automated accounting system process/general ledger transactions. Ability to analyze and reconcile financial data and prepare reports and statements. Ability to understand and consistently review and apply a complex financial coding structure. Strong organizational and decision-making skills, as evidenced in prior financial management roles. Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and the public both verbally and in writing. Experience working in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities. A demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, and a proven track record of implementing systems improvements to more effectively and efficiently deliver outcomes. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and spreadsheet software Considerable knowledge and experience providing management and oversight of financial processes and procedures related to multiple functional areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, administrators, business partners, and community stakeholders with varying levels of accounting and financial management knowledge to support institutional effectiveness and strategic priorities. Additional Considerations Additional education or certifications, preferably in business or accounting. Knowledge of Peoplesoft Accounting Information System ( AIS ) software. Knowledge of Peoplesoft Student Information System ( SIS ). Knowledge of Blackbaud Financial Edge or other foundation accounting system. Knowledge of eVA. Operation of a State Vehicle Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees Yes Required Travel minimal Posting Number Posting Number CLS_4696P Recruitment Type Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date Job Open Date 08/27/2026 Job Close Date Job Close Date 09/27/2026 Agency Website Agency Website pvcc.edu Contact Name Contact Name Human Resources Email Email View email address on click.appcast.io Phone Number Phone Number View phone number on click.appcast.io Additional Information The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: EEO Statement The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors. ADA Statement The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested. E-Verify Statement VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes. 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