Description:
The Thriving, Innovative, And Inclusive Community Of Durham County, NC Seeks An Experienced And Personable Finance Executive To Serve As Its Next Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The CFO Maintains The County's Strong Financial Position And AAA Bond Rating By Providing Financial Security And Stability For The County And Ensuring The Cost Effective, Efficient, And Timely Procurement Of Necessary Goods And Services. The Ideal Candidate Has The Experience And Aptitude To Manage A Debt Portfolio Including LOB’s And Short-term Financing With The Support Of A Great External Financial Advisor. Reporting To The Deputy County Manager And Overseeing 29 Staff, The CFO Assists With The Oversight Of The County’s $749.8M Budget, Supported By A Tax Rate Of $.72 Per $100 Of Assessed Tax Value.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree In Finance, Accounting, Or Related Field. A Master’s Degree And/or Certified North Carolina Local Government Finance Officer Designation Or CPA Preferred. Ten Years Of Progressive Leadership Experience In Governmental Finance Or Organization-wide Financial Management, Including Five Years Of Supervisory Experience Preferably In A Local Government Setting. An Equivalent Combination Of Education, Training And Experience Will Be Considered. NC Local Government Finance Officers Certification Is Required Within One Year Of Hire, Contingent Upon The Availability Of The Courses. Must Have The Ability To Be Bonded And Possess A Valid Driver’s License In The State Of NC.
Salary And Benefits: The Hiring Range For This Position Is $135,542 - $230,421 Depending On Qualifications And Experience. Information About The County’s Benefits Can Be Viewed Here.
To Apply, Please Visit Https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/developmentalassociates And Click On The Chief Financial Officer – Durham County, NC Title. Applications Must Be Submitted Online Via The Developmental Associates Application Portal – NOT The County Employment Application Portal, Nor Any Other External Website; Resumes And Cover Letters Must Be Uploaded With The Application. Applicants Must Apply By June 11th, 2023. Successful Semi-finalists Will Be Invited To Participate In Virtual Interviews And Skill Evaluation On July 26-27, 2023. Candidates Should Reserve These Dates For Virtual Meetings Should They Be Invited To Participate. Direct Inquiries To: Hiring@developmentalassociates.com. Durham County Is An EOE. The Recruitment And Selection Process Is Being Managed By Developmental Associates, LLC.