Financial Director

Bell & Associates, Inc.; Mocksville (NC); On-site; USD 146,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell & Associates is partnering with a North Carolina county to recruit a Finance Director who will lead the finance team and oversee about $125 million in activity across funds and departments. This is a high-impact role with close work alongside elected officials and department heads.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in accounting/finance, has 5+ years of financial leadership experience, and 3+ years of supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive financial management or accounting experience.
• At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong financial reporting, budgeting, and analytical capabilities.
• Ability to lead teams, communicate effectively, and make sound financial decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a finance team overseeing payroll, AP, budgeting, analysis, and grants.
• Direct financial reporting, annual budgeting, forecasting, and planning activities.
• Oversee financial operations supporting multiple county departments and public services.
• Partner with county leadership and elected officials to provide financial guidance.
• Present results, variances, and recommendations to the Board.
• Support capital planning, audits, and long-term financial strategies.
• Ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards, policies, and regulations.
• Serve as trusted financial advisor balancing departmental needs with fiscal responsibility.
• Leverage Tyler Munis to support operations and reporting.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Staff development

Grants

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

CPA designation strongly preferred

Tools

Tyler Munis

Job description

Finance Director | Government Leadership Opportunity

Compensation: Up to $162,758+ depending on experience

Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite

Relocation: Considered for qualified candidates

Lead the Financial Future of a Growing Community

Are you an experienced finance leader who enjoys combining strategic financial oversight with hands-on leadership? Do you thrive in an environment where your expertise directly influences important decisions and the community you serve?

Bell & Associates is partnering with an established county government in North Carolina to identify its next Finance Director.

This is an exceptional opportunity to step into a respected leadership position, oversee approximately $125 million in financial activity, and lead a collaborative, established finance team.

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop a dedicated finance team overseeing payroll, accounts payable, budgeting, financial analysis, and grants.
• Direct financial reporting, annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Oversee financial operations supporting multiple county departments and public services.
• Partner with county leadership, department heads, and elected officials to provide sound financial guidance.
• Present financial results, budget variances, and financial recommendations to the Board.
• Support capital planning, financial audits, and long-term financial strategies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable governmental accounting standards, policies, and regulations.
• Serve as a trusted financial advisor, balancing departmental needs with fiscal responsibility.
• Leverage Tyler Munis to support effective financial operations and reporting.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive financial management or accounting experience.
• At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong financial reporting, budgeting, and analytical capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, communicate effectively, and make sound financial decisions.

Highly Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Experience in local government, municipal finance, county government, or public education finance.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Experience presenting financial information to elected boards or executive leadership.
• Familiarity with Tyler Munis.
• Experience with capital planning, grants, and audit coordination.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Meaningful Leadership: Make a direct impact on the financial health and future of a North Carolina community.

Established Team: Lead a close-knit, supportive finance department with a strong culture of collaboration.

Executive Visibility: Work closely with senior leadership, department heads, and elected officials.

Significant Financial Scope: Oversee approximately $125M in financial activity across multiple funds and departments.

Supportive Environment: Join an organization that values relationships, teamwork, and professional flexibility.

Competitive Compensation: Salary up to $162,758, with flexibility to evaluate exceptional experience.

Relocation Consideration: Assistance may be available on a case-by-case basis.