Finance Manager

Richland Library•Columbia, SC

12d•$70,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Richland Library is seeking to hire a Full-Time Finance Manager at our Main location . Sample Duties: Key Responsibilities Provide leadership and guidance to finance team members, influencing workflows and priorities to achieve departmental goals. Collaborate with staff to plan and manage daily activities, ensuring timely completion of financial tasks. Maintain compliance with GAAP, GASB, and all federal, state, and local regulations; research legislation and advise on financial risks. Oversee accounting records, payroll operations, and financial reporting with accuracy and integrity. Manage month-end close, reconciliations, and bank statement reviews; monitor restricted accounts. Support Accounts Payable, Purchasing, and Procurement processes; perform audits to ensure internal control compliance. Maintain and update the general ledger, including accounts, funds, and grants; process all revenue streams. Handle treasury management, including fund transfers and investment tracking. Partner with HR on payroll and benefits audits; ensure proper recording of payroll liabilities. Oversee fixed asset inventory and safeguard procedures. Manage financial transactions for Friends and Foundation of Richland Library; reconcile donor and financial databases. Prepare for and support annual audits, grant reporting, and contract management. Review and maintain contracts and related documentation. Stay current on best practices and participate in professional development activities. Deliver exceptional customer service aligned with Richland Library’s brand promises. Why the Richland Library? Richland Library is a vibrant, contemporary organization that provides resources and information that advance the Midlands. Offering state-of-the-art technology, a great variety of literary and cultural programs and 12 bustling facilities located throughout the county, Richland Library offers a truly customized, modern library experience for residents and visitors alike. The Richland Library is an award-winning, forward-thinking public library system because of our exceptional, diverse staff, who are passionate about serving our community. Be a part of our team and help us to continue to fulfill our mission to help our customers learn, create and share. We are guided by our shared Vision: “to enhance the quality of life for our entire community”; and by strategic objectives including advancing our community, having an engaged staff who make a significant positive difference, and enhancing the experience and outcomes of customers who interact with Richland Library. We are an equal opportunity employer; we consider all qualified candidates without regards to race, color, sex (to include pregnancy, childbirth, and all related medical conditions), religion or belief, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, or any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. The Library also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please indicate if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
Ten (10) years of directly related experience, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Business Administration or Finance.
Six (6) years of managerial experience in government accounting.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and guidance to finance team members, influencing workflows and priorities to achieve departmental goals.
Collaborate with staff to plan and manage daily activities, ensuring timely completion of financial tasks.
Maintain compliance with GAAP, GASB, and all federal, state, and local regulations; research legislation and advise on financial risks.
Oversee accounting records, payroll operations, and financial reporting with accuracy and integrity.
Manage month-end close, reconciliations, and bank statement reviews; monitor restricted accounts.
Support Accounts Payable, Purchasing, and Procurement processes; perform audits to ensure internal control compliance.
Maintain and update the general ledger, including accounts, funds, and grants; process all revenue streams.
Handle treasury management, including fund transfers and investment tracking.
Partner with HR on payroll and benefits audits; ensure proper recording of payroll liabilities.
Oversee fixed asset inventory and safeguard procedures.
Manage financial transactions for Friends and Foundation of Richland Library; reconcile donor and financial databases.
Prepare for and support annual audits, grant reporting, and contract management.
Review and maintain contracts and related documentation.
Stay current on best practices and participate in professional development activities.
Deliver exceptional customer service aligned with Richland Library’s brand promises.