Finance Director

Finance Director

The Town of Beaufort, North Carolina, is seeking an experienced, strategic, and service-oriented professional to serve as its next Finance Director. Located along the scenic waters of Taylor's Creek in Carteret County, Beaufort is one of North Carolina's oldest and most charming coastal communities. Home to approximately 5,000 residents, Beaufort offers a unique blend of historic character, waterfront amenities, and progressive municipal services. The Town operates with an annual budget of approximately $25 million, including a $15 million General Fund, a $5.5 million Water and Sewer Utility Fund, and a $4.5 million Enterprise Dock and Marina Fund.

The Finance Director serves as a key member of the Town's leadership team and is responsible for directing and managing all financial operations of the organization. This position oversees accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, treasury management, debt administration, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, grant compliance, annual audits, and financial planning activities. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations while providing strategic financial guidance to the Town Manager, Mayor, Board of Commissioners, department directors, auditors, and external stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible municipal or county government finance experience.
• Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting principles, budgeting, auditing, debt management, and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex governmental funds and enterprise operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Experience with North Carolina local government finance administration and Local Government Commission requirements.
• North Carolina Certified Local Government Finance Officer designation or the ability to obtain within two (2) years.

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and forward-thinking leader with exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills. They will possess a strong understanding of municipal finance best practices and demonstrate a commitment to transparency, accountability, customer service, and continuous improvement.

The Town of Beaufort offers a competitive benefits package, including participation in the North Carolina Local Governmental Employees' Retirement System, health insurance, paid leave, and professional development opportunities.