Title: Financial Audit and Risk Manager

State Role Title: Financial Services Manager II

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience up to $135,000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of Energy

Location: Washington Building

Agency Website: www.energy.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Virginia Energy is seeking a Financial Audit & Risk Manager to support internal audits, assess risks, develop and implement controls, process improvement, ensure regulatory compliance, and report findings to management. The Financial Audit & Risk Manager ensures the integrity of financial operations, compliance with state and federal regulations, and effective management of public funds. This role bridges auditing and financial management functions by providing oversight, analysis, and recommendations that strengthen accountability and transparency in government operations.

Additionally, this position supports internal audits, assesses risks, develops and implements controls and process improvements, ensures regulatory compliance, and reports findings to management.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and support comprehensive audit plans, programs, and strategies to assess internal controls, risk management processes, and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Lead risk identification and assessment processes across the agency to identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Supervise and mentor staff, providing guidance and support.
• Oversee and conduct audits to test the effectiveness of financial and operational controls.
• Collaborate with departments to address issues and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and present detailed audit reports with findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Work with management to develop and track action plans to address audit findings and ensure effective implementation.
• Stay current with industry standards, regulations, and best practices to continuously improve audit and risk management processes.

Virginia Energy’s mission is to lead the Commonwealth toward a safe, reliable, and responsible energy future with a greater emphasis on renewable energy programs and economic development. The agency also implements Virginia’s Energy Plan to ensure the Commonwealth has abundant, reliable, affordable, and clean energy.

Come be a part of an agency that makes a difference. We have offices in Big Stone Gap, Charlottesville, and Richmond, Virginia.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in auditing, public accounting, or governmental accounting
• Working knowledge of regulatory compliance, government procurement practices, financing programs, and contract administration within complex organizations.
• Experience researching, collecting, organizing, and maintaining accurate records and data.
• Experience recommending and supporting the implementation of risk-based internal controls across an organization.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to analyze and convey information clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated experience supervising and developing staff.
• Experience working cooperatively with all levels of the organization.
• Skilled in managing multiple projects simultaneously and effectively prioritizing tasks.

Additional Considerations

CPA preferred

This position has been designated as required to file a Statement of Economic Interest in accordance with Section 2.2-3114 of the Code of Virginia. In addition, individuals accepted for employment will have to successfully pass a drug test, reference, and background check as part of the Virginia Energy pre-employment process.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications. You will receive confirmation of receipt once your application and/or résumé have been successfully submitted. To check the status of your application, refer to “Your Application” in your account.

All applicants for employment must consent to a comprehensive background check. Selected candidates must successfully pass a drug test, reference, driving, and criminal background check.

Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form.

Virginia Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice, therefore prohibits discrimination on basis of sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation or disability in the recruitment, selection and hiring of our workforce.

As a certified V3 organization, Virginia Energy honors the Commonwealth’s veterans hiring preference. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or any part of the remaining hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Contact Information

Name: Pamela Koger McElwain

Phone: 804-910-1525

Email: Pamela.KogerMcElwain@energy.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.