Finance Controller Jobs in Virginia

A Finance Controller plays a crucial role in the finance industry by managing all financial aspects of the company. They are responsible for producing periodic financial reports, maintaining an adequate system of accounting records, and implementing comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards. They also play an important part in formulating financial strategies, managing budgeting processes, and advising on investment activities.

Important skills for a Finance Controller include strong analytical, strategic planning, and management abilities, and excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods. They must also possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification. Prior to taking on the role of a Finance Controller, a professional may have held positions such as a Senior Accountant, Financial Analyst, or an Assistant Controller.

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Information Systems Sr. Manager Finance & Business Systems

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 3 days ago

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Information Systems Management...

Manager- Finance Data Risk Advisor (Hybrid)

  • Richmond, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 90+ days ago

Manager- Finance Data Risk Advisor (Hybrid) Capital One is seeking a motivated professional for a Manager position within the Finance Risk Management (FRM) team. FRM associates are engaged and...

Manager Finance 2

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 6 hours ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on...

Project Finance Manager/Commercial Project Manager (Atlantic Zone)

  • Richmond, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 18 hours ago

The Commercial Project Manager (CPM)- Finance Controller can be located in either Norfolk or Richmond Virginia....

BMW of Alexandria Automotive Finance Manager - F&I Manager

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 18 hours ago

Here at Rosenthal Automotive, we care for our employees as much as our customers. At our company, we are committed to helping you G.R.O.W. (Guidance. Respect. Opportunity. Worth) We are looking to...

Finance Manager

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 1 day ago

Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, this position works collaboratively on budget development, forecasting, strategic financial planning, data analysis, and reporting to support with decision...

Finance Manager

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 1 day ago

Understand and provide guidance on all financial/program control responsibilities in the areas of budgeting/reporting, sales, overhead, proposal pricing and long-range planning....

Financial Reporting Manager

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary: The Financial Reporting Manager will ensure ongoing compliance with internal policies, financial reporting, and ongoing operational accounting responsibilities. These...

Finance and Administration Manager, Arts & Sciences Department of Politics

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago

The Department of Politics at the University of Virginia College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences is seeking applications for the position of Department Manager. This position plays a key...

Principal Data Analyst - Credit Risk, Financial Management

  • McLean, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 1 day ago

Principal Data Analyst - Credit Risk, Financial Management At Capital One, data is at the center of everything we do. When we launched as a startup we disrupted the credit card industry by...

Finance Manager, GREF FP&A, Finance Operations, Finance Operations

  • Arlington, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 2 days ago

Amazon is seeking an experienced candidate to join the Finance Operations, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) group as a Finance Manager in our Amazon HQ2 (Arlington, VA) location who will work closely...

Manager, Financial Reporting

  • Reston, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities for this Position Manager, Financial Reporting US-VA-Reston Job ID: 2025-1250 Type: Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Accounting Reston, Virginia Overview General Dynamics is a...

Finance Manager

  • McLean, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead our financial planning and analysis activities....

DOD Financial Management Analyst III NEW

  • Arlington, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 2 days ago

DOD Financial Management Analyst III CGI Yesterday DoE Q or L Unspecified Unspecified Finance Arlington, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Position Description: CGI is seeking a DOD Financial Management Analyst...

Accounting and Finance Manager

  • Arlington, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 2 days ago

Prepares and executes financial modeling based on potential changes in customer funding. Prepares cost reporting for Government customers. Generate and process contract invoices....

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Salary for Finance Controller Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

Finance Controllers in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.0%
Master's Degree
39.5%
High School or GED
3.2%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Finance Controllers in Virginia
10+ years
24.0%
6-8 years
24.0%
4-6 years
20.0%
8-10 years
16.0%
2-4 years
12.0%
1-2 years
4.0%


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