Finance Director (Salary commensurate with experience)

Salary: $126,000.00 - $204,000.00 Annually Location : North Myrtle Beach, SC Job Type: Regular Full-Time Job Number: 00782 Department: Finance Division: Accounting Opening Date: 02/18/2026 Closing Date: 8/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA: Exempt General Statement of Job Under the general direction of the City Manager, the Finance Director plans, organizes, and directs all financial operations of the City, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, payroll, utility billing, treasury management, debt administration, procurement, and revenue collections. The Finance Director provides strategic financial guidance to City leadership, ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and maintains the fiscal integrity and long-term financial health of the municipality. This position serves as a member of the City's executive management team and supervises assigned personnel. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Financial Oversight and Leadership Directs, coordinates, and evaluates all financial operations of the City, including general ledger accounting, cash management, treasury, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and procurement functions. Provides financial leadership in collaboration with the City Manager and executive team to support strategic goals and decision-making. Establishes internal controls to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and security of the City's financial transactions and records. Budget Development and Management Leads the preparation of the City's annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring alignment with policy priorities, service delivery goals, and fiscal sustainability. Develops and presents multi-year financial forecasts and long-range budget planning tools to inform Council decisions. Monitors departmental expenditures and revenues to ensure compliance with the adopted budget and recommends adjustments as necessary. Financial Reporting and Audit Coordination Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and reports, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), in compliance with GASB and GAAP. Coordinates the external audit process; serves as liaison to independent auditors and ensures timely resolution of any audit findings. Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management, City Council, and regulatory agencies. Revenue Administration and Treasury Management Supervises the collection and reporting of all City revenues, including taxes, licenses, fees, fines, and utility payments. Manages the City's cash flow, investment portfolio, and banking relationships in accordance with City policy and state law. Oversees the issuance, management, and repayment of municipal debt, including bonds and lease-purchase obligations. Policy and Compliance Develops, implements, and maintains financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Stays abreast of legislative and regulatory changes affecting municipal finance and advises City leadership accordingly. Ensures compliance with procurement laws and overlooks citywide purchasing and contracting functions. Staff Supervision and Department Management Manages, mentors, and evaluates Finance Department personnel; establishes performance standards and professional development plans. Promotes a culture of accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement. Ensures adequate training, resources, and support are provided to staff to carry out their responsibilities efficiently and effectively. Strategic Financial Planning Conducts long-term financial planning to assess the impact of policy changes, economic conditions, and service demands. Advises the City Manager and elected officials on the financial implications of current and proposed programs, services, and capital projects. Plays a key role in economic development initiatives by analyzing financial incentives and evaluating fiscal impacts. Technology and Systems Oversight Ensures effective use of financial software systems and technology to improve accuracy, transparency, and efficiency. Coordinates with the IT Department to support system upgrades, integrations, and cybersecurity safeguards for financial systems. Council and Public Engagement Prepares and delivers financial presentations to City Council, boards, committees, and the public. Responds to inquiries from elected officials, the public, media, and staff regarding financial matters in a professional and timely manner. Supports transparency and public trust through clear, accessible financial communication and reporting. Minimum Training and Experience Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration or a related fieldExperience: Ten (10) years of experience in accounting to include three (3) years of supervisory experience and two (2) years of governmental auditing and financial reportingCertifications: Valid driver's license Preferred: Certified Public Accountant Certified Public Financial Officer or Governmental Financial Manager Note: The City retains the right to determine equivalencies. Any certifications not possessed at hire, must be obtained before the employee is removed from probation in order to continue employment with the City. Physical Requirements Must be physically able to operate small hand tools, and a variety of automated office machines, which includes a computer, calculator, copier, cash register, meter reader, etc. Must be able to exert up to ten pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for periods of time. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of ten to sixty pounds. Other Information Performs other related duties as required. All employees of the municipality shall learn the emergency operations procedures for their respective department and position and execute these duties fully during times of emergency. This may or may not include assignment to the Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Health & Wellness Employee Health Center (EHC) The City of North Myrtle Beach (CNMB) provides an EHC for full-time employees and eligible dependents on the city's health insurance plan. The EHC provides sick visits, primary care, onsite Rx, and annual physicals with no copays. Wellness Benefit The CNMB maintains a Wellness Incentive Plan (WIP) for full-time employees and spouses on the city's health insurance plan. The WIP is designed to help reduce health risk among employees and promote a healthy workplace. Participating in the WIP provides the benefits of: • Saving money on insurance premiums • Earning up to $505 in HRA funds • Being proactive about your health • Helping to keep City health insurance premiums low Health Insurance (In-network) • $1,000 individual deductible • $3,000 family deductible • Annual maximum out of pocket $3,000 per individual/ $7,500 per family including deductibles, copays and coinsurance • Primary care $35 copay/ Specialty $45 copay Health insurance deductions below Per Pay PeriodPlansWellness ParticipantWellness Non-ParticipantEmployee$0.00$42.00Employee/Child$68.00$102.00Employee/Spouse$123.00$204.00Family$169.00$277.00Dental Insurance • Preventative services covered at 100% in-network • Major services covered at 50% in-network • Annual maximum of $1,750 Prescription Benefits • $10 Generic/$35 Formulary/$45 Non-Formulary • Mail order and specialty pharmacy available Vision Care • $225 material allowance (in-network) every benefit period towards prescription or nonprescription eyewear with a one-time $25 copay • In-network vision exams covered 100% with a $10 copay Aquatic & Fitness Center The CNMB offers full-time employees a discounted membership at the Aquatic & Fitness Center. Membership can be paid through payroll deduction. Other Benefits • Tuition Reimbursement • Flexible Spending Account • Supplemental Insurance • Long Term Disability • Short Term Disability • Employee Assistance Program Holidays and Leave Paid Holidays • New Year's Day • Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day • Fourth of July • Labor Day • Thanksgiving Day • Day after Thanksgiving • Christmas Day • Four floating holidays (two personal) Vacation Leave Years of ServiceRegular FT0 to 580 hours each year5 to 10120 hours each year10 or More160 hours each yearSick Time • 80 hours annually on January 1st • Unused sick time is paid out at 50% in February of the following year Holiday Bonus • Full-time employees, employed before August 15th of each year, are eligible for a Holiday Bonus Employee Tenure • Longevity awards at every five years of service (5 percent bonus) Retirement Retirement health insurance is available if eligibility requirements are met. General Retirement General Employeesare enrolled in a 401(a) account upon hire. The account is funded by contributions made by the employee and the City. • City contributes 8% of employee's salary & employee contributes a mandatory 2% • Vesting: 5 years of service Supplemental Retirement 457 Plan Designed for full-time employees to save and invest money with tax benefits. Contributions are made to an account based on the amount the employee chooses to allocate. Key features of the plan include: • Flexible withdrawal upon separation from employment • Withdrawals after age 59 1/2 or due to a qualified unforeseeable emergency • For general employees, the City will match contributions up to 6% of salary after 2 years of full-time employment. Roth IRA • Available for employees to complement other retirement plans by allowing for tax-free earnings and, if needed, flexible withdrawals. General Employees are all City of NMB employees that are not eligible for PEBA. Life Insurance Basic Term Life/AD&D • Policy of $10,000 paid for by the City Voluntary Term Life • Coverage up to $200,000 not to exceed 5 times annual base salary • Can also be purchased for spouse and/or children General Employee-Additional Term Life • Mandatory coverage • Employee benefit-1x annual salary • Coverage can be purchased for spouse or children $10,000/$5,000 Disclaimer: The City reserves the right to modify or eliminate, determine eligibility changes and/or revise employee benefits plans, premiums, and/or benefits at any time with or without notice. Nothing described herein creates a contract. Programs are subject to annual appropriations, policies and benefits, and plan descriptions.

Created: 2026-03-04