Description

The Town of Mount Olive is seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Director to lead 
and manage all financial operations for the Town. This position performs complex 
managerial and leadership work in planning, organizing, and executing the Town’s financial 
activities. The Finance Director oversees budgeting, accounting, purchasing, payroll, 
investments, and compliance with federal and state procurement laws, as well as 
requirements from funding partners.

This role is responsible for ensuring fiscal integrity, transparency, and accountability while 
providing expert guidance to Town leadership and departments. The Finance Director also 
manages risk, leads the annual audit process, and prepares analytical financial reports to 
support decision-making and long-range planning.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Leadership & Management

• Direct and oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, 
  payroll, purchasing, and investments.
• Ensure compliance with North Carolina General Statutes governing local 
  government finance and procurement.
• Develop and implement financial policies, internal controls, and best 
  practices to safeguard Town assets.

Budgeting & Fiscal Planning

• Lead the annual budget development process, monitor and report on budget 
  performance.
• Provide long-range financial planning and forecasting to support strategic 
  goals.

Accounting & Reporting

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and presentations for 
  Town leadership and elected officials.
•  Coordinate and manage the annual audit process; ensure timely and 
  accurate reporting.

Procurement & Compliance

• Oversee purchasing activities and ensure compliance with federal, state, and 
  local procurement laws.
• Manage grant accounting and reporting requirements for federal and state 
  funding sources.

Risk Management & Internal Controls

• Identify and mitigate financial risks; maintain insurance and liability 
  coverage.
• Ensure adherence to internal control procedures and regulatory 
  requirements.

Team Leadership

• Supervise and develop finance staff; foster a culture of accountability, 
  customer service, and continuous improvement.
• Provide training and professional development opportunities to enhance 
  team performance.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field 
  (Master’s degree preferred).
• Consideration may be given to candidates with equivalent experience in lieu of 
  degree.
• Fidelity Bond of $1M.

Thorough knowledge of: 

• NC General Statutes governing local government finance
• Principles and practices of public finance administration
• Governmental accounting, purchasing, payroll systems, and grant 
  compliance

Ability to: 

• Conduct long-range fiscal planning and prepare analytical financial 
  statements
• Manage complex financial operations and lead a high-performing team
• Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders and elected officials

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in governmental finance 
  or public sector accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems and municipal financial software.
• CPA or CGFO certification preferred but not required.