Director Finance
GRN Piedmont, Elizabeth City, NC, United States
Overview
Director of Finance – City of Elizabeth City, North Carolina
The City of Elizabeth City, North Carolina is seeking an experienced municipal finance professional to serve as its Director of Finance and statutory Finance Officer. This leadership role provides strategic oversight of the City’s financial operations and ensures compliance with North Carolina financial statutes and Local Government Commission requirements. The Director of Finance serves as the City’s chief financial advisor to the City Manager and City Council and is responsible for safeguarding public funds, strengthening financial controls, and supporting sound fiscal planning for the organization. This position reports directly to the City Manager and oversees accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, debt management, internal controls, and audit coordination for the City.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the City’s statutory Finance Officer under the North Carolina Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act (G.S. Chapter 159)
- Direct municipal financial operations including accounting, payroll, purchasing, accounts payable/receivable, and revenue collection
- Maintain financial systems in accordance with GAAP and Local Government Commission standards
- Ensure compliance with pre-audit requirements and budget ordinance controls
- Coordinate preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and manage the annual external audit
- Assist the City Manager in developing and administering the annual operating and capital budgets
- Manage City investments, debt obligations, and long-term financial planning
- Strengthen internal controls and financial policies to ensure transparency and accountability
- Provide financial analysis and guidance to the City Manager and City Council
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or related field
- Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible governmental finance experience
- Experience with governmental fund accounting and financial reporting
- Demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA, CGFO, or similar professional certification
- Experience serving as Finance Director, Deputy Finance Officer, or senior municipal finance leader
- Experience with debt financing, enterprise funds, and capital planning
- Familiarity with North Carolina Local Government Commission processes
Additional Requirements
- Must be bondable and eligible to serve as the City’s statutory Finance Officer under North Carolina law.