We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead and oversee financial operations for a government agency based in Richmond, Virginia. This role requires a strategic thinker with expertise in financial management, resource allocation, and public-private partnerships. The CFO will play a critical role in advancing the agency’s mission through sound fiscal practices and innovative funding strategies.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct administrative functions related to finance, budgeting, procurement, human resources, risk management, IT, and public relations.<br>• Prepare and submit applications for Low Income Housing Tax Credits, bonds, and mixed-income financing, while managing federal and non-federal grant funding.<br>• Negotiate contracts, purchase agreements, leases, and financing documents for real estate transactions, including redevelopment projects tied to public housing.<br>• Ensure sufficient funding to support programs, services, and activities aligned with the agency’s strategic plan.<br>• Provide financial advice and recommendations to the Board of Commissioners and the Chief Executive Officer.<br>• Oversee fiscal operations such as accounts payable and receivable, grants management, financial reporting, and cash flow management.<br>• Direct the creation and monitoring of the agency’s budget, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and effective resource allocation.<br>• Conduct financial analyses, manage agency investments, and monitor progress toward fiscal objectives.<br>• Evaluate cost-effectiveness of programs and recommend alternative funding sources as needed.<br>• Develop innovative revenue-generating strategies, leveraging public-private partnerships and other financing models.

• Proven experience in financial leadership roles, preferably within government or public-sector organizations.<br>• Expertise in preparing financial statements, month-end close processes, and audit procedures.<br>• Strong knowledge of financial reporting requirements for diverse funding sources.<br>• Proficiency in managing complex budgets and aligning them with strategic plans.<br>• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret business proposals and negotiate contracts.<br>• Experience with grant management and securing funding through federal and non-federal programs.<br>• Skilled in developing relationships with financial institutions and fostering partnerships.<br>• Exceptional analytical and strategic planning abilities for long-term financial success.

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