Finance Director, City of Florence, SC
The City of Florence, SC is seeking a new Finance Director to oversee the City’s financial management program, including planning, organizing, and directing its operations. They consult with and advise the City Manager on municipal financial matters and handle related tasks as needed. The Director is accountable for providing recommendations on financial management, revenue administration, and the efficient operation of both the Finance Department and its Utility Finance division.
Supervises other managerial staff, including assigning tasks, setting priorities, training, hiring, and reviewing performance. Plans, directs, and oversees all accounting, financial, and related programs of the City. Plans, organizes, and directs Finance and Utility Finance activities to include accounting, purchasing, data processing, budget preparation, and revenue collection. Plans, directs, supervises, and participates in the general accounting, investment, audit, banking, and debt management functions of the City.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, public administration or related field; Master’s degree preferred. At least five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional and administrative experience in public finance administration couple with at least two (2) years of supervisory experience in public finance. Designation as a Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) is preferred.
General laws and administrative policies governing municipal financial and accounting principles, practices, and procedures. Governmental accounting and auditing principles, theories, and practices. Principles of budget preparation and control.
Interested candidates can apply here: https://www.fgp.com/jobs/finance-director-48260/. Please direct questions to Christin Mack, Manager of Public Sector Executive Search with Find Great People, at cmack@fgp.com.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis by the FGP team. Candidates must meet the requirements above in order to be considered.