Description

SUMMARY

The Deputy Finance Director provides strategic and managerial oversight of complex financial operations across the Finance Department. The department consists of seven divisions: Administration, Financial Reporting, Financial Services, Revenue, Internal Controls & Systems, Treasury, and Risk Management. Treasury and Risk Management report directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO); all remaining divisions report to a Deputy Finance Director. The department’s core services include financial reporting; general ledger accounting and reconciliation; accounts payable and receivable; employee travel and expense reimbursement; debt management; cash and investment management; revenue billing and collections; and monitoring of internal financial controls. Risk Management oversees workers compensation, employee health and safety, insurance placement, and property and casualty claims for the City and partner governmental entities.

The Finance Department also provides functional support for the City's Workday ERP system. Both Deputy Directors work collaboratively with division managers and department partners to resolve issues, stabilize new processes, and continually improve system usage.

The Deputy Finance Director directly supervises division managers responsible for day to day operations and serves as a key advisor to the CFO. This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are representative of the primary responsibilities of the position; additional tasks may be assigned as needed.

• Assists the CFO in planning, organizing, and managing the City’s financial operations.
• Provides leadership, expertise, and guidance to divisions responsible for financial services activities.
• Demonstrates commitment to transparency, accountability, and compliance with applicable standards and governmental regulations.
• Oversees and supports the production of accurate, timely, and compliant financial information.
• Collaborates with departments citywide to ensure effective financial and operational practices.
• Serves as a member of the Finance Leadership Team, contributing to departmental strategy, organizational culture, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Provides leadership and direction to division managers and professional finance staff.
Manages experienced professionals with significant independence and technical expertise.
May oversee temporary staff, interns, or specialproject team members.
 
HUMAN COLLABORATION & JOB IMPACT

Regularly interacts with City departments, external partners, auditors, regulatory bodies, and the Local Government Commission.
Work has broad and significant impact on City operations, resources, compliance, and public and employee confidence in financial management.
Requires clear communication, collaboration, and decisionmaking that supports citywide objectives.
 

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 

Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree and seven (7) years of progressive managerial experience in financial administration and management; OR
Master’s degree and five (5) years of progressive managerial experience in financial administration and management; OR
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Local government experience strongly preferred.
 

Preferred Licenses or Certifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Local Government Finance Officer
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)
 

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES 

 Knowledge of:

• Governmental accounting principles (GAAP, GASB) and financial reporting, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR), and external audit processes.
• Accounts payable, accounts receivable, travel and expense reimbursement, and related internal control requirements.
• Revenue billing, collection, depositing processes, and utility billing systems.
• Contract preaudit procedures under North Carolina statute.
• Internal control frameworks, policy development, and monitoring practices.
• Risk management, insurance strategies, loss control services, and claims processes.
• Budget development, monitoring, and financial planning.
• Municipal debt management, capital financing, and continuing disclosure requirements.
• Cash management and local government investment strategies.
   

Skill in:

• Building effective relationships with city leadership, external auditors, financial advisors, banking partners, and regulatory agencies.
• Delivering strong customer service while applying technical expertise in finance and accounting.
• Leading people and projects, managing budgets and resources, and developing highperforming teams.
• Communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, and presenting complex financial topics clearly to varied audiences.
• Prioritizing and balancing multiple tasks in a fastpaced environment.