Job ID: 51453
Location: Walterboro, South Carolina
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Last Updated: 1 days ago
The City of Walterboro is seeking a strategic, detailed-oriented and experienced financial leader. The director oversees the city’s financial operations and ensuring fiscal integrity, transparency and sustainability. The director is responsible for accounting, financial planning, procurement and investment of funds for the City of Walterboro.
The director leads a broad portfolio of financial functions including managing cash flow, grant administration, audit preparation, utility billing and business license revenue collections, accounts payable, human resources, and municipal court. The director is responsible for preparing and coordinating with the city manager on the city’s annual budget, conducts internal audits and ensures proper financial controls and serves as a liaison to certified public accounts, external auditors, agencies and financial institutions.
To view the full position profile, please visit: Walterboro Position Profile
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Leadership & Strategy
- Develop and implement financial policies and procedures that promote efficiency, accountability, and transparency.
- Advise the City Manager and Council on financial matters, trends, and strategic opportunities.
- Oversee investment strategies to optimize returns while safeguarding public funds.
- Lead the preparation and administration of the city’s annual operating and capital budgets.
- Monitor budget performance and recommend adjustments as needed.
- Provide financial forecasts and long-term planning to support city growth and sustainability.
- Manage all accounting functions, including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable state and federal regulations.
- Prepare and present accurate financial statements and reports to stakeholders.
- Coordinate internal audits and maintain robust internal controls.
- Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, certified public accountants, and regulatory agencies.
- Ensure timely completion of annual audits and corrective actions for any findings.
- Oversee utility billing, business license revenue collection, and other municipal income streams.
- Implement strategies to improve collection efficiency and customer service.
- Manage grant funding processes, including application, compliance, and reporting.
- Ensure proper allocation and tracking of grant resources.
- Ensure successful administration of various employment-related systems and programs including employee recruitment, employee development, compensation and benefits management, employee relations, and risk management
- Oversees the daily operations of Municipal Court
QUALIFICATIONS FOR CONSIDERATION
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
- At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or finance, including 3 years in a supervisory role.
- Experience in governmental accounting and financial reporting is preferred but not required for consideration.
- CGFO or CPFO certification is preferred.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships across departments and with external partners.
- Commitment to ethical standards and public service.
- Experience with grant management and utility billing systems is preferred.
TO APPLY
The application period will remain open until the position is filled. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis by the FGP team. Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Benefits package available.
Candidates must meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered. Questions about the role may be directed to Christin Mack, Manager of Public Sector Executive Search, at cm***@*gp.com.
