Union County, North Carolina - Director of Finance

Union County, North Carolina is seeking highly experienced and ethical local government financial executive to serve as its next Director of Finance. The Finance Director serves as the Chief Financial Officer, reporting to a County Manager and serves as the County’s key advisor on all financial matters.
The next Director will be a strategic and proven leader with experience in financial and debt management/financing, budget development and administration, financial policy evaluation and development, cash management and investments, information technology, general accounting and financial reporting; local government financial experience preferred. Strong knowledge of general business and audit practices, financial and management reporting, and advanced management techniques is necessary.
The desired candidate will have specific knowledge of regulations impacting public finance as well as knowledge and experience in the requirements of obtaining and maintaining a high credit rating. Experience in serving as a prime spokesperson on business and financial matters, especially working with bond agencies is essential. He/she should possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or Finance, with an MBA or MPA. Possession of a Certified Public Accountant license, designation as a Certified Local Government Finance Officer or Certified Public Finance Officer is desired. Visit www.co.union.nc.us to view a detailed job description and to apply online. Open until filled. EEO/ADA