Job Description

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

THE COUNTRY CLUB OF VIRGINIA

ABOUT THE COUNTRY CLUB OF VIRGINIA

With two campuses, two clubhouses, and more than a century of excellence, The Country Club of Virginia continues to set the standard for private club operations. The Club is debt-free, award-winning, and nationally ranked for both member experience and workplace culture.

• $58 million annual operating budget
• $133 million in total assets
• $74.3 million in capital reinvestment over the past decade, without assessment
• 8,000+ members
• 800+ employees in season
• 62 operating departments
• Ranked #7 Platinum Club of America and #53 Platinum Club of the World
• Recognized as a Top Workplace Richmond (2021–2025) and Top Workplace USA (2022)

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Country Club of Virginia is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead all accounting, reporting, and financial operations for one of the nation's most respected private clubs. Reporting to the Chief Business Officer (CBO), the Director of Finance serves as a trusted partner and financial steward, overseeing an accounting team responsible for accounts payable, receivable, payroll coordination, member billing, treasury, and general ledger operations. The role is central to preserving CCV's financial strength through accuracy, compliance, and strategic insight, ensuring that every financial process aligns with the Club's mission of excellence, stewardship, and member service.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Director of Finance serves as the senior financial leader responsible for day-to-day financial operations, accounting excellence, and financial reporting integrity at The Country Club of Virginia. This role leads the accounting team and ensures the Club's financial operations support CCV's mission of financial stewardship, operational excellence, and member service. The Director of Finance is a trusted partner to the CBO, translating strategic financial direction into operational excellence while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and internal controls. This role is critical to preserving CCV's exceptional financial position and supporting data-driven decision-making across the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Operations Leadership

• Lead all financial operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, member billing, and month-end close processes
• Oversee member billing operations, charge accuracy, and dispute resolution
• Provide indirect oversight of payroll function, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Manage cash handling procedures, daily reconciliations, and banking relationships

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Deliver timely, accurate monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with Club policies
• Ensure timely, accurate reporting to the CBO, GM/COO, and senior leadership
• Prepare Board of Directors financial packages with clear narratives and analysis
• Develop executive dashboards and KPIs to monitor operational performance
• Monitor performance, variance, and trend analysis to support decision-making
• Analyze results and provide department heads with clear tools and insights to support informed budget decisions

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the CBO in developing annual operating and capital budgets
• Collaborate with department heads to create realistic, data-informed budgets
• Maintain rolling forecasts and long-term financial planning models
• Develop scenario analyses to support strategic planning and risk mitigation

Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls

• Manage audit readiness and serve as primary contact with external auditors
• Maintain strong internal controls, compliance, and documentation to safeguard assets and ensure regulatory compliance
• Coordinate insurance coverage reviews and risk management practices
• Lead documentation, remediation, and training related to control processes

Systems & Technology

• Partner with IT to optimize club management and accounting systems, ensuring data integrity
• Support financial technology transformation initiatives
• Develop and maintain reporting tools and dashboards for business intelligence
• Identify automation and process improvement opportunities across Accounting operations

Team Leadership

• Mentor and develop the accounting team to ensure capability and continuity
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team
• Conduct regular performance reviews and support professional growth
• Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Build bench strength and succession planning within the Accounting team

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL DEMONSTRATE

• Advanced accounting and GAAP expertise, including regulatory compliance and financial analysis
• Leadership experience developing and mentoring accounting teams
• Collaborative partnership with senior leadership, department heads, and the Board
• Strong analytical acumen to translate financial results into operational insights
• Commitment to technology modernization, efficiency, and data-driven management
• Professional integrity and discretion consistent with CCV's values
• Strategic thinking with strong business acumen and operational insight
• Highly organized with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to present financial data to non-financial audiences
• Collaborative leadership style fostering engagement across departments

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• CPA designation required

Experience

• 7–10 years progressive finance/accounting experience, including 3+ years in leadership
• Proven success managing multi-venue financial operations and accounting teams of 5+ professionals
• Strong technical accounting and GAAP knowledge
• Experience with external audits and financial statement preparation
• Experience in private club, hospitality, or not-for-profit environment preferred

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Internal Relationships

• Reports to the Chief Business Officer (CBO), providing financial leadership, operational insight, and performance management
• Partners with the General Manager/COO, Director of Membership, IT Director, and department heads across all Club operations
• Directly manages accounting professionals, including accountants, AP/AR staff, and administrative support
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Facilities & Operations, Golf, Athletics, Food & Beverage, and HR for budgeting, analysis, and operational support

External Relationships

• Primary liaison with external auditors, banking partners, and tax advisors
• Coordinates with vendors, insurance representatives, and financial consultants
• Represents CCV in professional finance and private club networks for benchmarking and best practices

SUCCESS MEASURES

• Clean external audit with no material weaknesses or significant deficiencies
• Monthly close completed within 15 business days with high accuracy
• Accurate and timely financial reporting
• Strong internal controls and compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Budget process completed on schedule with robust departmental engagement
• High team engagement, development, and retention within the Accounting department

WORK ENVIRONMENT & SCHEDULE

• Based on-site at The Country Club of Virginia with regular interaction across departments
• Standard business hours with flexibility required during budget, audit, and year-end cycles
• Occasional evenings or weekends for Board or Committee meetings
• Professional office environment within dynamic club operations

REPORTING STRUCTURE

Reports to: Chief Business Officer (CBO)
Department: Finance
FLSA Status: Exempt

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