What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Director position at Town of Aberdeen?
Due to the upcoming retirement of our Finance Director, the Town of Aberdeen, situated in the growing NC Sandhills Region adjacent to Pinehurst and Southern Pines, is seeking a proven leader to join our team as the next Finance Director. This executive-level position oversees all municipal financial operations for the Town and serves as a trusted advisor to the Town Manager, department directors, and Town Board. The Finance Director’s primary duties consist of managing the Town’s annual budget of $24 million as well as multiple capital project funds and ensuring that the Town’s accounting and finance functions and operations are completed timely, accurately and efficiently; and that they are compliant with all federal, state and local laws, ordinances and regulations. The successful candidate for this position will lead the Town’s Finance team, which currently consists of a Finance Technician, Accounting Operations Specialist, and three part-time Customer Service Representatives in the Utility Billing Division. This position will require above average abilities to build interpersonal relationships, manage multiple projects with competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment, exhibit excellent oral and written communications, demonstrate grant management capabilities, experience with a sophisticated financial software system, and a broad working knowledge of financial management functions including utility cash management and debt management. The ideal candidate will possess strong governmental accounting knowledge, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to transparency, fiscal stewardship, and customer service.
Requirements:
-Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university, with a preference of major course work in finance, accounting, or related field
- A minimum of 8 years of experience in a Local Government Finance field
- A minimum of 4 years supervisory experience
- Excellent computer skills
- Valid NC driver’s license and ability to work flexible hours, including regular Board Meetings as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Local Government Finance Officer Certification (CLGFO) and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Experience with Tyler Technologies ERP Pro and/or Munis would be a plus.
- North Carolina Local Government finance experience as a Director or Deputy Director preferred, but not required
Salary and Benefits:
Hiring range: $103,385 – $140,000, with excellent benefits package including 5% 401-k contribution, LGERS membership, paid medical, dental and life insurance, 12 paid holidays paid birthday day off, vacation and sick leave, up to a $5,000 annual longevity payment, up to a $2,500 annual retention bonus payment, and up to 50% paid retiree medical insurance. Consideration will be given for a sign-on bonus and/or reimbursement for relocation expenses.
For additional information regarding this position, please visit the Town’s website at www.townofaberdeen.net. Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest, Town application, and resume. Priority consideration will be given to submittals received by Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Position open until filled.
Applications may be downloaded online at www.townofaberdeen.net.
Mailed packets should be sent to:
Town of Aberdeen
Attention: HR Director
PO Box 785, Aberdeen, NC 28315
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: $103,385.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $103,385 - $140,000