Catawba Regional Council of Governments Hiring for Assistant Finance Director Job at Rock Hill, SC Full Time

ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR for Catawba Regional Council of Governments

About the Organization:

Catawba Regional Council of Governments (CRCOG or the Council) has a vibrant and impactful 50+ year history of service to the 26 towns, cities, and counties located within the Catawba Region of upper-central South Carolina.

CRCOG is a non-partisan political subdivision of the state of SC, and the Council’s region encompasses the SC counties of Chester, Lancaster, Union and York. The Council has 22 full-time employees with offices in Rock Hill.

SC. Major CRCOG programs include economic development lending, federal and state grant writing/administration primarily for infrastructure and community development, workforce development as the operator of three SC Works offices, and transportation and land use planning for localities throughout the region.

The Council’s financial position is strong, with fund balances exceeding $18 million, and the Council has no long- term debt. Annual combined operating revenues are $6 million, with combined assets under management exceeding $35 million. The agency has multiple funding streams from federal, state, local government and private- sector revenue sources. For additional organizational information, go to: www.catawbacog.org

The Position

The Assistant Finance Director is responsible for all accounting related to the grants division and the economic development lending division. The Assistant Finance Director may also assist with finance and accounting related activities of the Council’s workforce development program. This position interacts with multiple internal and external stakeholders, and reports to the Finance Director of the Council. The position also involves elements of agency cash management, budget and internal financial statement preparation, management reporting, compliance with federal and state regulations, grant reporting, and other administrative and program duties as assigned. The successful candidate will support the inter-relationships between sustainable financial operations and the organizational mission of economic development, community development, and government services.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in accounting or finance;
• 4+ years of progressive experience in accounting to include general ledger reporting, AP, AR, payroll, and budget, preferably in a fund accounting environment
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent skills in using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communications skills (oral and written) necessary to write and present financial analysis, budgets, and other information and documentation for the Board of Directors and COG management team.
• Valid SC Driver’s License.

Special requirements:

Exercises highest ethical behavior and maintains confidentiality of information on employees, clients, and agency financial and banking records. Credit and background check will be required.

Preferences:

• Experience with governmental accounting
• Experience with AccuFund accounting or similar software programs
• Masters degree in Business or Accounting and/or CPA designation.

Starting Salary range:

$60,000-$80,000, contingent upon qualifications.

Benefits:

The position will include a complete benefits package including participation in the SC Retirement System and the

Council’s matching 401K program. Flexible work schedule available, including compensatory time.

Closing date:

Position will remain open until filled by a qualified candidate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rock Hill, SC 29730: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rock Hill, SC 29730