New Hanover County, NC
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
New Hanover County, NC, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28412
Salary:
See Position Description
Location :
Wilmington, NC
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
202400317
Department:
FINANCE
Opening Date:
10/23/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
Position Information
New Hanover County, located on the North Carolina coast with a population of over 235,000, is seeking a Deputy Chief Financial Officer to become part of a dynamic, professional county organization with a clear vision as a vibrant, prosperous, diverse coastal community, committed to building a sustainable future for generations to come. Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, the Deputy Chief Financial Officer assists in the financial administration of the County and authorizes and approves County contracts, bank transactions, debt, investments, major expenditures and capital project activities. To be considered for this position, the applicant must demonstrate a strong knowledge of accounting and financial standards and principles, state and county laws governing finance activities, and supervisory principles.
At fewer than 200 square miles, New Hanover is the second smallest of the 100 North Carolina counties, but one of the most densely populated. The County features a vibrant riverfront district and is home to the popular Wrightsville, Carolina, and Kure beaches. In addition to being a great place in which to live, New Hanover County is a great place to do business. Tourism, film production, healthcare, the service and retail sectors are the engines that power its economy. New Hanover County is committed to progressive public policy, superior service, courteous contact, judicious exercise of authority, and sound fiscal management to meet the needs and concerns of our citizens today and tomorrow. To serve the citizens of this progressive regional urban center, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners adopted a county-wide strategic plan, where its backdrop is framed by these vision and mission statements and a set of shared values that govern how the Board and staff make decisions. These shared values are professionalism, integrity, equity, innovation, stewardship, and accountability.
The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience in various areas of finance functions including general ledger management, financial reporting and audit processes, investments, debt and grants management, payroll operations, and financial software applications. The successful candidate will be expected to perform a variety of duties including:
Manage the general ledger including organizing and creating new funds and accountsCoordinate and manage the financial year-end audit process to include preparing and reviewing audit work papers, writing/reviewing financial statements and footnotes, and being the lead contact with auditorsAnalyze financial data and identify accounting issuesCoordinate and manage special projectsResearch and prepare financial reports for the Chief Financial Officer, for other departments, and for external organizationsAssist with the preparation and monitoring of bond sales and other long-term financingLead a team of five or more full-time staff including prioritizing and assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendationsPerform other duties of a similar nature or levelQualifications
The applicant must have a degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field and ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional-level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the duties of the job.
Licenses/Certifications
The applicant must be a Certified Public Accountant.Other Information
CompensationThe current salary range for this position is $87,418.00- $148,612.00. plus a competitive benefits package. Salary is negotiable within the range, depending on qualifications.
Application DeadlineThis position is open until filled; however, the priority consideration date is Tuesday, November 12, 2024 Initial screening of applications received will begin following the priority consideration date.
New Hanover County offers a competitive benefits package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity to include
Employer paid 401k deferred compensation contributions (5% for sworn law enforcement and 2.5% for all other benefits eligible positions);Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;Paid parental leave;Paid community services leave to give back to our community;Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;Medical, dental, vision insurance + many other insurance options;Employee assistance program;100% employer paid long term disability;Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center which includes a nurse practitioner and physical therapist;Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives;Opportunities to make a difference in your community;And so much more!
Benefit options for eligible positions include medical, dental, elective supplemental insurance options including short-term disability, vision, flexible spending accounts, voluntary term life, cancer, accident, and critical illness policies.
Employees who elect medical and dental insurance within the specified timelines provided during on-boarding, will have coverage effective on their date of hire.
For more information about New Hanover County benefit options, including our benefit rates, please click
Please check out our careers page at
for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.Note:
All positions listed as temporary, casual part time, volunteer, and intern are not eligible to receive benefits.
P art-time position with fewer than 20 scheduled hours per week will not include benefits.
01
Are you a Certified Public Accountant?
YesNo
02
Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or a closely related field?
YesNo
03
Do you have a Master's Degree in accounting, finance or a closely related field?
YesNo
04
If you indicated you have a degree in a field closely related to finance or accounting, what is the field and how is it related?
05
Indicate you length of supervisory experience.
No supervisory experience.Less than 2 years of supervisory experience2 year but less than 4 of supervisory experience4 years but less than 6 of supervisory experience6 years or greater of supervisory experience
06
Indicate the length of your progressively responsible professional level work experience in finance or accounting:
No progressively responsible professional level work experience in finance or accountingLess than 3 years of progressively responsible professional level work experience in finance or accounting3 years but fewer than 6 years of progressively responsible professional level work experience in finance or accounting6 years but fewer than 10 years of progressively responsible professional level work experience in finance or accountingAt least 10 years of progressively responsible professional level work experience in finance or accounting
Required Question
See Position Description
Location :
Wilmington, NC
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
202400317
Department:
FINANCE
Opening Date:
10/23/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
Position Information
New Hanover County, located on the North Carolina coast with a population of over 235,000, is seeking a Deputy Chief Financial Officer to become part of a dynamic, professional county organization with a clear vision as a vibrant, prosperous, diverse coastal community, committed to building a sustainable future for generations to come. Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, the Deputy Chief Financial Officer assists in the financial administration of the County and authorizes and approves County contracts, bank transactions, debt, investments, major expenditures and capital project activities. To be considered for this position, the applicant must demonstrate a strong knowledge of accounting and financial standards and principles, state and county laws governing finance activities, and supervisory principles.
At fewer than 200 square miles, New Hanover is the second smallest of the 100 North Carolina counties, but one of the most densely populated. The County features a vibrant riverfront district and is home to the popular Wrightsville, Carolina, and Kure beaches. In addition to being a great place in which to live, New Hanover County is a great place to do business. Tourism, film production, healthcare, the service and retail sectors are the engines that power its economy. New Hanover County is committed to progressive public policy, superior service, courteous contact, judicious exercise of authority, and sound fiscal management to meet the needs and concerns of our citizens today and tomorrow. To serve the citizens of this progressive regional urban center, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners adopted a county-wide strategic plan, where its backdrop is framed by these vision and mission statements and a set of shared values that govern how the Board and staff make decisions. These shared values are professionalism, integrity, equity, innovation, stewardship, and accountability.
The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience in various areas of finance functions including general ledger management, financial reporting and audit processes, investments, debt and grants management, payroll operations, and financial software applications. The successful candidate will be expected to perform a variety of duties including:
Manage the general ledger including organizing and creating new funds and accountsCoordinate and manage the financial year-end audit process to include preparing and reviewing audit work papers, writing/reviewing financial statements and footnotes, and being the lead contact with auditorsAnalyze financial data and identify accounting issuesCoordinate and manage special projectsResearch and prepare financial reports for the Chief Financial Officer, for other departments, and for external organizationsAssist with the preparation and monitoring of bond sales and other long-term financingLead a team of five or more full-time staff including prioritizing and assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendationsPerform other duties of a similar nature or levelQualifications
The applicant must have a degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field and ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional-level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the duties of the job.
Licenses/Certifications
The applicant must be a Certified Public Accountant.Other Information
CompensationThe current salary range for this position is $87,418.00- $148,612.00. plus a competitive benefits package. Salary is negotiable within the range, depending on qualifications.
Application DeadlineThis position is open until filled; however, the priority consideration date is Tuesday, November 12, 2024 Initial screening of applications received will begin following the priority consideration date.
New Hanover County offers a competitive benefits package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity to include
Employer paid 401k deferred compensation contributions (5% for sworn law enforcement and 2.5% for all other benefits eligible positions);Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;Paid parental leave;Paid community services leave to give back to our community;Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;Medical, dental, vision insurance + many other insurance options;Employee assistance program;100% employer paid long term disability;Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center which includes a nurse practitioner and physical therapist;Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives;Opportunities to make a difference in your community;And so much more!
Benefit options for eligible positions include medical, dental, elective supplemental insurance options including short-term disability, vision, flexible spending accounts, voluntary term life, cancer, accident, and critical illness policies.
Employees who elect medical and dental insurance within the specified timelines provided during on-boarding, will have coverage effective on their date of hire.
For more information about New Hanover County benefit options, including our benefit rates, please click
Please check out our careers page at
for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.Note:
All positions listed as temporary, casual part time, volunteer, and intern are not eligible to receive benefits.
P art-time position with fewer than 20 scheduled hours per week will not include benefits.
01
Are you a Certified Public Accountant?
YesNo
02
Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or a closely related field?
YesNo
03
Do you have a Master's Degree in accounting, finance or a closely related field?
YesNo
04
If you indicated you have a degree in a field closely related to finance or accounting, what is the field and how is it related?
05
Indicate you length of supervisory experience.
No supervisory experience.Less than 2 years of supervisory experience2 year but less than 4 of supervisory experience4 years but less than 6 of supervisory experience6 years or greater of supervisory experience
06
Indicate the length of your progressively responsible professional level work experience in finance or accounting:
No progressively responsible professional level work experience in finance or accountingLess than 3 years of progressively responsible professional level work experience in finance or accounting3 years but fewer than 6 years of progressively responsible professional level work experience in finance or accounting6 years but fewer than 10 years of progressively responsible professional level work experience in finance or accountingAt least 10 years of progressively responsible professional level work experience in finance or accounting
Required Question