Assistant Finance Officer (Administrative Officer II)

Job Description

Assistant Finance Officer (Administrative Officer II)

Granville Vance Public Health | Oxford, NC

Salary Grade: 70

Salary Range: $60,972-$84,051

Help Protect and Strengthen the Financial Health of our Community

Granville Vance Public Health (GVPH) is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Finance Officer to support the financial operations of a dynamic public health organization serving Granville and Vance Counties. As a local government entity with affiliated nonprofit organizations, GVPH manages a diverse portfolio of funding sources, including local, state, federal, grant, and philanthropic funds. This position plays a key role in ensuring financial accountability, regulatory compliance, and the long-term sustainability of programs that serve the community.

About Granville Vance Public Health

Granville Vance Public Health is dedicated to promoting health, preventing disease, and improving quality of life throughout the communities it serves. The organization works collaboratively with local, state, and community partners to address public health priorities and support healthier outcomes for residents across the region.

Granville Vance Public Health is a District Health Department with offices in Oxford and Henderson, NC. More online at

Position Summary

The Assistant Finance Officer serves as a key member of the Finance Office, supporting budgeting, financial reporting, compliance monitoring, audits, purchasing activities, and overall fiscal management. This role works closely with agency leadership and finance staff to ensure accurate financial reporting and adherence to local, state, federal, and grant requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Budgeting & Financial Management

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• Assist with the development and management of agency, program, grant, and departmental budgets.
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• Monitor revenues and expenditures and analyze budget performance.
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• Prepare budget revisions and support presentations to leadership and governing boards.
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• Track and report on multiple funding streams, including local, state, federal, and grant-funded programs.
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Accounting & Reporting

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• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations.
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• Review transactions and prepare journal entries as needed.
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• Support financial reporting requirements for government agencies, grantors, auditors, and stakeholders.
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• Assist with annual audits and related documentation requests.
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Compliance & Oversight

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• Ensure compliance with local government, nonprofit, grant, state, and federal financial requirements.
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• Monitor funding regulations and reporting deadlines.
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• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
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Team Support & Collaboration

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• Provide support and guidance to Accounting Technicians.
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• Collaborate with department leaders on budgeting and financial planning initiatives.
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• Participate in organizational meetings, projects, and process improvement efforts.
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• Support broader agency operations as needed.
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Qualifications

Required

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• Graduation from a four-year college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience*
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• Three years of experience in personnel, budgeting, research, or administrative management, preferably involving participation in planning and management of a business or governmental program.
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• Valid North Carolina driver's license.
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*Equivalent Combination of Education and Experience: Some positions may allow applicants to qualify through an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience. This means applicants may qualify through years of education, years of directly related experience, or a combination of both, when applicable to the position requirements.

Preferred

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• Experience with local government finance, public sector accounting, nonprofit finance, or grant management.
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• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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• Experience in finance, accounting administration or related business functions.
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Why Join GVPH?

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• Meaningful work that supports community health initiatives.
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• Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven public organization.
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• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
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• Exposure to complex financial operations across government and nonprofit funding sources.
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• Professional growth and development opportunities.
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Selection Process

The process includes a review of qualifications, structured interviews, reference checks on qualified applicants, and successful completion of pre-employment drug screen. This position is open until filled.

Granville Vance Public Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer