Mid Level Financial Director Jobs
Mid level financial director jobs go to finance professionals ready to own planning cycles, lead cross-functional budgeting work, and deliver analysis with limited oversight. Roles run across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Retail, with 36% remote or hybrid, and employers like BDO, Josselyn, and Principia hiring at this level now.
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Overview
Are you interested in working with great people and solving problems that have real impacts on Vermonters? If so, the Department for Children and Families may be just the place for you! We are looking for a person to lead our Business Office as our CFO/Financial Director IV.
This position has primary responsibility and accountability for all the financial activities of the department, including operations, planning, budgeting, testifying, and reporting. The Financial Director supervises senior professionals and is ultimately responsible for overseeing a staff of 48 people throughout 4 units: Analytics, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Grants and Contracts, and Special Projects.
The right candidate for this position will serve as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team at DCF, will dig into problems and think creatively, and will collaborate across all departmental programs on a complex, $700 million, budget that impacts services for Vermonters.
While this position is based in Waterbury, there is the opportunity for a hybrid (in office/remote) schedule; there may be some travel, mostly in state.
Who May Apply
This position, Financial Director IV (Job Requisition #55784), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Erin Henderson at erin.henderson@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Environmental Factors
Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting but some travel will require private means of transportation. Duties may require extensive time outside of normal work hours. Incumbent will be expected to attend public meetings and hearings and to testify before the Legislature. A wide diversity of opinion and emotions can be anticipated for which diplomacy and tact will be required.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in accounting, business or public administration or a related field AND four (4) years of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience including managing a major fiscal program or operation.
OR
Bachelor's degree in accounting or a bachelor's degree in any discipline that includes or is supplemented by 20 credit hours in accounting and seven (7) years of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included managing a major fiscal program or operation.
OR
Three (3) years or more as a Financial Director III with the State of Vermont.
Special Requirements
1) For some positions experience working with VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system) may be required. 2) Preference may be given to applicants with experience managing large fiscal operations. 3) For some positions preference may be given to applicants with a master's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or other specific degree program. 4) For some positions preference may be given to applicants with a CPA (or similar certification).
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Overview
Are you interested in working with great people and solving problems that have real impacts on Vermonters? If so, the Department for Children and Families may be just the place for you! We are looking for a person to lead our Business Office as our CFO/Financial Director IV.
This position has primary responsibility and accountability for all the financial activities of the department, including operations, planning, budgeting, testifying, and reporting. The Financial Director supervises senior professionals and is ultimately responsible for overseeing a staff of 48 people throughout 4 units: Analytics, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Grants and Contracts, and Special Projects.
The right candidate for this position will serve as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team at DCF, will dig into problems and think creatively, and will collaborate across all departmental programs on a complex, $700 million, budget that impacts services for Vermonters.
While this position is based in Waterbury, there is the opportunity for a hybrid (in office/remote) schedule; there may be some travel, mostly in state.
Who May Apply
This position, Financial Director IV (Job Requisition #55784), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Erin Henderson at erin.henderson@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Environmental Factors
Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting but some travel will require private means of transportation. Duties may require extensive time outside of normal work hours. Incumbent will be expected to attend public meetings and hearings and to testify before the Legislature. A wide diversity of opinion and emotions can be anticipated for which diplomacy and tact will be required.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in accounting, business or public administration or a related field AND four (4) years of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience including managing a major fiscal program or operation.
OR
Bachelor's degree in accounting or a bachelor's degree in any discipline that includes or is supplemented by 20 credit hours in accounting and seven (7) years of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included managing a major fiscal program or operation.
OR
Three (3) years or more as a Financial Director III with the State of Vermont.
Special Requirements
1) For some positions experience working with VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system) may be required. 2) Preference may be given to applicants with experience managing large fiscal operations. 3) For some positions preference may be given to applicants with a master's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or other specific degree program. 4) For some positions preference may be given to applicants with a CPA (or similar certification).
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.
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Mid Level Financial Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level financial director job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just participation. Highlight specific budgets you managed, forecasts you built independently, and decisions you influenced. Applications that show you've led a planning process or improved a financial control tend to stand out. Tailor your resume to the scope described in each posting, and be prepared to discuss measurable outcomes from your most recent role.
Which companies hire mid level financial directors?
Companies hiring mid level financial directors right now include BDO, Josselyn, and Principia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, from large corporations building out finance leadership pipelines to mid-size organizations where a single experienced director carries significant strategic weight.
Are there remote mid level financial director jobs?
Yes, though fully remote roles are more selective at the director level than in individual-contributor finance positions. About 36% of mid level financial director openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid arrangements being the most common format employers offer at this seniority. On-site roles typically come with greater budget authority.
How do I move up to a mid level financial director role?
The move into mid level comes from accumulating ownership over time. Early-career finance roles build technical fluency, but progression requires stepping into project leadership, managing a budget or reporting cycle end to end, and demonstrating impact with numbers behind it. Professionals who take on cross-departmental work, earn relevant credentials, and consistently expand their scope tend to reach this level within a few years.
Which industries hire the most mid level financial directors?
Mid Level financial director roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate at a scale that requires dedicated financial oversight, regular planning cycles, and directors who can translate financial data into operational decisions.