Financial Reporting Manager

City of Greensboro • Greensboro, NC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Lead Financial Transparency and Strategic Stewardship of one of North Carolina's leading municipalities. The City of Greensboro is seeking an accomplished and strategic Financial Reporting Manager to lead the City's financial reporting, debt management, risk management, and compliance functions. This executive-level leadership role is responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and transparency of the City's financial information while supporting sound decision-making by executive leadership, City Council, auditors, regulatory agencies, bond rating agencies, and the public. The successful candidate will serve as a key financial advisor and subject matter expert, providing leadership in governmental accounting, financial reporting, debt administration, and regulatory compliance. This is an exceptional opportunity for a finance professional who combines technical expertise with strategic thinking and a commitment to public service excellence. The City of Greensboro Finance Department serves as the steward of the City's financial resources and plays a critical role in advancing the City's mission of delivering exceptional public services and fostering a thriving community. The department supports City operations through financial planning, accounting, treasury management, debt administration, financial reporting, payroll, collections, and risk management. The Finance Department is committed to transparency, accountability, innovation, and responsible fiscal stewardship while supporting the City Council's priorities and the organization's long-term financial sustainability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or higher (Accounting or related field with at least 24 hours of accounting coursework)
• 4+ years of related experience ( e.g., FLSA exempt work experience in accounting operations, financial reporting, cash flows, etc.)
• Management/Supervisory (within the last 5 years) experience
• Local Government Finance Officer certification (or ability to obtain certification within 3 years of hire date)
• Advanced skills using MS Excel spreadsheets and related software

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Accountant
• Knowledge of NC Laws and Regulations involving debt management, self-funding risk retention, and grant administration
• Local Government Finance Officer Certification (UNC School of Government)
• Experience with Infor or other ERP Financial systems

Responsibilities

• Direct preparation and publication of the City's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and other required financial reports and certifications
• Oversee the City's risk management program, grants reporting, and bank reconciliation functions
• Manage the City's debt portfolio and coordinate debt issuance activities, including financing transactions and ongoing debt administration
• Ensure compliance with continuing disclosure requirements and filings with SEC information repositories
• Coordinate the annual external audit process, including planning, scheduling, staff assignments, and audit response activities
• Research emerging governmental accounting standards and implement new reporting requirements in accordance with GASB and other applicable guidance
• Provide technical accounting expertise and strategic financial analysis for special projects and organizational initiatives
• Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls that strengthen accountability and transparency
• Communicate complex financial information to executive leadership, City Council, auditors, regulatory agencies, bond analysts, and other stakeholders
• Lead division operations, budget administration, staff development, and performance management activities

Benefits

• Participation in the North Carolina Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System (NCLGERS), which includes a 6% pre-tax employee contribution and a City-funded employer contribution, with vesting after five years.
• Supplemental retirement savings opportunities include participation in a 401(a) plan with a 3.25% City contribution based on base salary, as well as 457 / Roth 457 and 401(k) / Roth 401(k) plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager