Laurens County · 13 hours ago
Director of Finance
Laurens,SC,US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
4+ years expLaurens County is seeking a qualified and experienced professional to serve as Director of Finance. The Director of Finance will manage all fiscal and accounting operations, providing strategic leadership and ensuring sound financial stewardship of County resources.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Plans, organizes, and administers all fiscal operations and support functions of Laurens County government
Provides strategic guidance and direction for the County’s overall financial operations, policies, and long-term fiscal sustainability
Supervises professional and technical finance staff, including planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating work; mentoring staff; and promoting teamwork and professional development
Assists in the development, implementation, and enforcement of adopted financial policies to ensure sound financial management
Leads and participates in revenue and expenditure forecasting for budget preparation and decision-making
Assists departments with budget requests; prepares, recommends, and administers the County’s annual budget; and monitors revenues and expenditures to ensure compliance with adopted budgets
Analyzes, interprets, and communicates financial information and trends to the County Administrator, County Council, department heads, and other stakeholders
Ensures all accounting records are maintained in compliance with GAAP, GASB, and applicable state and federal regulations
Oversees and/or assists with accounting functions including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and interdepartmental financial transactions
Supervises credit card and banking transaction oversight and ensures accurate and timely posting to the general ledger, including coordination with the Treasurer’s and Auditor’s offices
Prepares or supervises preparation of financial reports for grants and serves as grants administrator on assigned projects
Prepares audit schedules and serves as primary liaison for external auditors
Oversees financial software systems, data integrity, security, training, and troubleshooting
Attends and participates in County Council meetings; prepares and presents financial reports and recommendations for Council approval
Responds to inquiries from elected officials, staff, external partners, and the public with professionalism, diplomacy, and tact
Attends meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to maintain professional knowledge and skills
Performs related administrative and clerical duties as required, including report preparation, correspondence, and record maintenance
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university
Four to five (4–5) years of progressively responsible financial management experience, preferably in local or county government
At least two (2) years of experience in a supervisory or administrative capacity
Extensive knowledge of governmental accounting principles, budgetary accounting, GAAP, GASB, and financial reporting systems
Proficiency with accounting and financial management software
Valid South Carolina driver's license
Preferred
Master's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
CPA, CGFO, or Certified Local Government Finance Officer designation
Demonstrated success leading finance operations within a public-sector organization
Company
Laurens County
LAURENS COUNTY ADMINISTRATION AND GOVERNMENT is located at 100 Hillcrest Sq. in Laurens, South Carolina.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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