Finance Director

The City of North Myrtle Beach is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented, and experienced financial leader to serve as its next Finance Director. This is a key executive role responsible for overseeing the City’s financial operations and ensuring fiscal integrity, transparency, and sustainability. The Finance Director plays a vital role in shaping the City’s financial future and supporting its continued growth and service excellence.

Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Finance Director leads a broad portfolio of financial functions including budgeting, accounting, payroll, utility billing, risk management, investments, and financial reporting. This position also oversees the City’s information services and serves as a key advisor on financial strategy, policy development, and long-term planning.

The Finance Director is responsible for preparing the City’s Annual Budget and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, managing cash flow and investments, conducting internal audits, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations. The role also includes supervising departmental staff and coordinating with other departments, agencies, and stakeholders to support citywide initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct and manage all financial operations of the City, including accounting, payroll, utility billing, and revenue collection.
• Prepare and present the City’s annual budget and financial reports.
• Oversee risk management and approve claims up to $25,000.
• Monitor and manage pension transactions and trust funds.
• Conduct internal audits and ensure proper financial controls.
• Advise on rate structures for utilities and other city services.
• Supervise and develop finance department staff.
• Serve as a liaison to external auditors, agencies, and financial institutions.
• Support contract negotiations and policy development related to financial matters.

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader with a strong background in public finance, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to public service. They will be comfortable managing complex financial systems, leading a high-performing team, and communicating financial information clearly to elected officials, staff, and the public.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• At least 6–9 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or finance, including 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in governmental accounting and financial reporting is required.
• CPA, CPFO, or CGFM certification is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of municipal finance, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

WHY NORTH MYRTLE BEACH?

North Myrtle Beach is a thriving coastal community known for its natural beauty, vibrant culture, and high quality of life. The City offers a supportive work environment, a collaborative leadership team, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing municipality.

Application Process

For more information on this position, including supplementary documents and resources, visit the recruitment webpage at: https://sumterlocalgovconsulting.com/executive-search-services/

The first review of resumes will take place on August 8, 2025.

Please refrain from communicating with the staff or elected officials with the City of North Myrtle Beach. Please direct inquiries to Sumter Consulting.

Please contact the Executive Recruiter with any questions or concerns:

Shawn Gillen

Email: shawn@sumterconsulting.com

Phone: 912-397-0626

Website: www.sumterlocalgovconsulting.com