Finance Officer

The Town of Sharpsburg is accepting applications for the position of Finance Officer. This position is responsible for performing professional accounting and financial work to ensure the Town’s fiscal operations are conducted accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with North Carolina General Statutes and local policies. The Finance Officer performs a wide range of duties, including payroll, accounts receivable, budgetary accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and assisting with annual audits.

This position requires considerable independent judgment, accuracy, and attention to detail. The Finance Officer works under the general supervision of the Administrative Services Director and provides financial support to all Town departments.

• Maintains the Town’s general ledger, accounting systems, and financial records for each department.
• Monitors the annual budget; tracks revenues and expenditures; assists with budget amendments.
• Processes payroll, including setting up new employees, entering time sheets, paying taxes, and issuing vendor payments.
• Assists with accounts payable functions: sets up vendors, processes invoices, ACH, and wire payments.
• Reconciles bank statements; prepares journal entries; manages cash, investments, and debt service payments.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the Town Board and state reporting agencies.
• Assists auditors with the annual audit process and follows up on findings.
• Advises the Administrative Services Director on fiscal matters and assists in budget preparation.
• Maintains accurate records of fixed assets and other fiscal systems.
• Attends Board meetings to present financial information as requested.
• Provides backup support for other staff as needed.

• Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, laws, and regulations of public finance administration.
• Knowledge of municipal accounting, purchasing, and budgeting procedures.
• Ability to evaluate and improve financial systems, methods, and procedures.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate financial reports and statements.
• Strong technology skills related to accounting and financial management.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, elected officials, and the public.
• Accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail in preparing and analyzing financial records.

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field, with considerable experience in public finance administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in local government finance preferred.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain North Carolina Finance Officer Certification.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license is required.