Finance Supervisor jobs in Florence, SC

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Position:
Finance Director

Company:
Pee Dee Regional Council of Governements - Florence, SC , United States

Position: Finance Director
Location: 2314 Pisgah Rd. Florence, SC 29501

About the Council of Governments:
The Mission of the Pee Dee Regional Council of Governments is to assist local governments and organizations in a wide variety of planning, economic development, workforce investment and other technical services that will help meet the human and physical development needs of the region. www.peedeecog.org

Summary:
Pee Dee Regional Council of Governments seeks a successor for our Finance Director. Designation as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) are requested. The employee must be willing to work under the supervision of the current Finance Director for an estimated period of 6-9 months. This position requires accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to meet multiple deadlines. Employee is expected to behave in an ethical and professional manner and respect the confidential nature of agency and employee records. This position carries full responsibility for the agency's financial security. Flexibility and availability will be needed to provide staff support to other departments. The Finance Director reports directly to the Executive Director.

Education and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (minimum) in accounting or finance is required. Prior experience in governmental fund accounting, budgeting, and/or auditing is required. Experience with administration of and reporting for federal grants is preferred. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel will be needed, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities and Duties:
Duties will include, but not be limited to, payroll and related tax, retirement, and withholding reports; using fund accounting software to record journal entries; payables, receipts, and bank transactions; monthly, quarterly, and annual financial account closings; preparing grant reports in a timely manner; and preparing agency and grant budgets. This position will be required to assist with preparation for financial
monitoring and annual audits. This position will be required to reconcile and pay invoices, enter data, and make deposits; however, the candidate must also possess an understanding of governmental audits, GASB statements, and federal grant requirements. The employee must be able to work independently and exercise professional judgment regarding accounting issues.

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Credit and background check will be required.
Participation in CS Retirement System is a condition of employment. Agency offers SC PEBA health, dental, vision, and life insurances, optional deferred compensation plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

APPLY:
Those interested should submit a cover letter and resume with a minimum of (3) references and salary expectations to the Pee Dee Regional Council of Governments, Attn: Alicia Pippin: PO Box 5719, Florence, SC 29502, or Email: apippin@peedeecog.org

Statement:
Pee Dee Regional Council of Governments provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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