Deputy Director of Finance

Deputy Director of Finance

Salary

$97,949.00 - $151,824.00 Annually

Location

401 Laureate Way, Kannapolis NC 28081

Job Type

Full Time - 2A

Job Number

00369

Department

Finance

Opening Date

08/17/2026

Closing Date

12/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits

Example of Duties

Salary Range: $97,949 - $151,824

The applicant selected for this position will cross-train with the previous Deputy Finance Director for a smooth transition into the role. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The application review process will take place immediately and continue until the position is filled. This recruitment may close any time after the first review or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

JOB SUMMARY

The Deputy Director of Finance performs advanced accounting and financial work in support of departmental and city operations. The Deputy Director of Finance provides oversight and direction to the Senior Accountant and works under limited supervision sufficient to assess achievement of key performance indicators.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position.

• Provides oversight and direction to the Senior Accountant.
• Conducts contract pre-audit for compliance and ensures purchase orders are prepared.
• Prepares audit schedules and provides information for auditors; assists auditors during annual review as needed; reconciles all items requested by the auditors to have a clean audit.
• Reviews invoices for payment; reviews expense reports; assures correct information prior to payment; prepares bills for services provided to other agencies by the city.
• Assists with review of financial statements and preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report; assists with drafting the letter of transmittal and management discussion and analysis required for the CAFR Award.
• Verifies accuracy of cash deposits; reviews cash transactions reports; advises departments on good accounting practices and recordkeeping.
• Wires long term debt payments, reconcile long term debt for the audit; prepares and enters corresponding journal entries.
• Reconciles Water and Sewer subledgers to the general ledger.
• Reconciles capital project funds.
• Prepares journal entries, budget amendments, transfers of appropriations, and capital project accounting.
• Prepares monthly financial statements for Council; prepares capital project and grant schedules; reviews general fund and water / sewer fund schedules.
• Prepares a variety of reports for internal use and for reporting to external agencies.
• Manages the downtown fund.
• Responds to requests for information from the City Manager, departments, Council members and the media.
• Reviews the work of other employees in the department; assists in training new staff; trains City employees on Munis and City financial policies.
• Acts in the absence of the Finance Director.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Considerable knowledge of budgetary, accounting and reporting systems, GAAFR, GAAP and GASB.
• Knowledge of general laws and administrative policies governing municipal accounting practices and procedures
• Knowledge of the principles of accounting and budgeting in government; knowledge of standard accounting methods, procedures, forms, and records.
• Skill in the use of office equipment such as personal computer including spreadsheet and word processing software, central financial computer system, telephone, 10-key calculator and copy machine.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products including advanced skill in Excel.
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement through participation in ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Ability to prepare informative financial reports.
• Ability to work with considerable independence in performing accounting work.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial and accounting records and complete financial statements from such records.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other department heads and governmental officials.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, orally and in writing; ability to analyze financial problems and situations and to recommend effective solutions.
• Ability to plan, supervise, organize, assign, and evaluate the work of subordinate employees in the specialized field of accounting in an automated environment.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Bachelor's degree with major work in business administration, accounting, or finance and seven (7) to ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental finance, accounting, or auditing, including at least three years in a managerial capacity; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

NC Public Finance Officer's certification and CPA strongly preferred.

Other Necessary Requirements

JOB RELATED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

This position primarily operates in an office setting, performing mostly sedentary work. Physical activity related to this position may include constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and printer, frequently moving about the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. and communicating information and ideas so others will understand. Sufficient visual acuity is required to prepare and analyze data and figures and do extensive reading. May require the physical exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects. An employee in this position will not be substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Processing applications will take an average of 6 - 8 weeks due to the high volume of applications received. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the most qualified applicants.

The City of Kannapolis offers a full range of benefits that includes the following:

• Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Pay for Performance
• Medical Expense Assistance
• Alive and Well Program
• Onsite Health Clinic
• Onsite dietitian service
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability & Long Term Disability
• 401k, Roth, and 457 plans available
• Employer 401k contribution match
• Educational Assistance
• Breavement Leave
• Paid Volunteer Hours
• Birthday Holiday
• Special Separation Allowance
• Retirement
• Incentive Pay
• Wellness Benefits
• Access to Cannon Baller Suite Tickets
• Continuation of Health Insurance at Retirement
• Paid YMCA Membership
• Onsite fitness centers

For more information, visit City of Kannapolis | City of Kannapolis > Government & Departments > Human Resources > Employee Benefits (kannapolisnc.gov)

Additionally, benefit provider information can be found here:

Benefits Book

Employer City of Kannapolis

Address 401 Laureate Way

Kannapolis, North Carolina, 28081

Phone 704-920-4300

704-920-4444

Website http://www.kannapolisnc.gov