Deputy Director II

City of Charlotte•Charlotte, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy Finance Director provides strategic and managerial oversight of complex financial operations across the Finance Department. The department consists of seven divisions: Administration, Financial Reporting, Financial Services, Revenue, Internal Controls & Systems, Treasury, and Risk Management. Treasury and Risk Management report directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO); all remaining divisions report to a Deputy Finance Director. The department’s core services include financial reporting; general ledger accounting and reconciliation; accounts payable and receivable; employee travel and expense reimbursement; debt management; cash and investment management; revenue billing and collections; and monitoring of internal financial controls. Risk Management oversees workers compensation, employee health and safety, insurance placement, and property and casualty claims for the City and partner governmental entities. The Finance Department also provides functional support for the City's Workday ERP system. Both Deputy Directors work collaboratively with division managers and department partners to resolve issues, stabilize new processes, and continually improve system usage. The Deputy Finance Director directly supervises division managers responsible for day to day operations and serves as a key advisor to the CFO. This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and seven (7) years of progressive managerial experience in financial administration and management; OR Master’s degree and five (5) years of progressive managerial experience in financial administration and management; OR An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Governmental accounting principles (GAAP, GASB) and financial reporting, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR), and external audit processes.
Accounts payable, accounts receivable, travel and expense reimbursement, and related internal control requirements.
Revenue billing, collection, depositing processes, and utility billing systems.
Contract pre‑audit procedures under North Carolina statute.
Internal control frameworks, policy development, and monitoring practices.
Risk management, insurance strategies, loss control services, and claims processes.
Budget development, monitoring, and financial planning.
Municipal debt management, capital financing, and continuing disclosure requirements.
Cash management and local government investment strategies.
Building effective relationships with city leadership, external auditors, financial advisors, banking partners, and regulatory agencies.
Delivering strong customer service while applying technical expertise in finance and accounting.
Leading people and projects, managing budgets and resources, and developing high‑performing teams.
Communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, and presenting complex financial topics clearly to varied audiences.
Prioritizing and balancing multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
Collaboration, problem‑solving, and process improvement.
Organizational and time‑management practices.
Lead, develop, and engage staff to provide excellent service and maintain a culture of accountability and high performance.
Communicate financial information clearly, transparently, and effectively to staff, leadership, elected officials, and community stakeholders.
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal departments, vendors, consultants, and external partners.
Evaluate, refine, and improve business processes in a dynamic service‑driven environment.
Apply sound judgment in complex financial decision‑making.
Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards.

Nice To Haves

Local government experience strongly preferred.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Local Government Finance Officer
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)

Responsibilities

Assists the CFO in planning, organizing, and managing the City’s financial operations.
Provides leadership, expertise, and guidance to divisions responsible for financial services activities.
Demonstrates commitment to transparency, accountability, and compliance with applicable standards and governmental regulations.
Oversees and supports the production of accurate, timely, and compliant financial information.
Collaborates with departments citywide to ensure effective financial and operational practices.
Serves as a member of the Finance Leadership Team, contributing to departmental strategy, organizational culture, and continuous improvement efforts.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Provides leadership and direction to division managers and professional finance staff.
Manages experienced professionals with significant independence and technical expertise.
May oversee temporary staff, interns, or special‑project team members.