Finance Officer

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY LOCAL GOVERNMENT
NOTIFICATION OF POSITION VACANCY

FINANCE OFFICER

Northampton County is accepting applications for a Finance Officer. Position reports to the County Manager. The Northampton County Finance Officer serves as an expert for the County Manager, County Commissioners, Department Heads and county employees in the interpretation of all fiscal local, state and federal policies, statutes and procedures and will ensure overall compliance, adherence and accuracy in all financial data including purchasing, receipts, deposits, disbursement and investments of County funds and information. Serves as a resource in multiple, complex activities and will function with considerable independence and decision-making authority in the resolution of problem situations. Applicant must have good credit standing in order to be bonded. 

Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration or closely related field supplemented by five years related experience and training that includes governmental financial accounting; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Valid North Carolina Driver’s License.

Apply in person at the Northampton County HR Department, 107 Thomas Bragg Drive, or mail the application to: HRD, PO Box 367, Jackson, NC 27845.

PLEASE SUBMIT A RESUME AND NORTHAMPTON COUNTY APPLICATION AVAILABLE AT  www.northamptonnc.com. You  may also apply at the Employment Security Commission, 406 Premier Blvd, Roanoke Rapids.

Grade 80: $67,317 - $78,065
CLOSING DATE/POSTMARK: January 14, 2019

Northampton County Is An Equal Opportunity Employer And Hires Only U.S. Citizens And Lawfully Admitted Aliens. Northampton County Is A Drug-Free Workplace. All Candidates Will Be Subject To Background Checks/Drug Testing As A Condition Of Employment.