Deputy Chief Financial Officer

Unclassified - Mount Pleasant, SC

Full-time - Senior

Mount Pleasant, SC

About the position

The Deputy Chief Financial Officer (DCFO) plays a crucial role in overseeing multiple divisions within the Finance and Corporate Services Department of the Town of Mount Pleasant. This position is responsible for the development and preparation of the Town's various budgets, ensuring financial health, and supporting the Chief Financial Officer in managing all financial operations. The DCFO will also supervise staff, maintain debt service records, and serve as a liaison for financial matters with the public and Town departments.

Responsibilities

• Provides management oversight to various Divisions within the FACS Department (Finance, Procurement, Budget, Business License, IT, and/or Fleet)
• Supervises the Divisions which directly report to him/her
• Assists and advises the Chief Financial Officer
• Responsible for budget development and preparation as well as supporting the Chief Financial Officer in management of all Town budgets
• Responsible for the Department's emergency contingency plans
• Ensures the financial health of the Town alongside the Chief Financial Officer
• Presents the State Accommodations Tax Budget to the ATAC Committee annually
• Maintains debt service records and schedules
• Serves as staff support to the committees of Town Council
• Completes special projects as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer and the Town Administrator
• Assists with preparation of the ACFR and Budget Book
• Serves as liaison to the public and to Town departments on financial and budgetary matters
• Attends all Town Council and Council Committee meetings
• Performs other related assigned duties

Requirements

• Master's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance or a closely related field
• Five years of related work experience
• Five years of supervisory experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of public administration including public policy, public finance, personnel management, public purchasing, and government budgeting
• Skill in data processing
• Skill in the use of personal computers and office software including word processing, internet, database, GIS and spreadsheet applications
• Ability to interact and establish working relationships with Town employees, officials and the public in a professional manner
• Ability to handle problems and emergencies effectively
• Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, to small and large groups
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Ability to manage and organize tasks and records in a detailed and effective manner