The Town of Matthews is seeking its next Finance Director to lead the Finance Department. This role offers the stability of a well-managed, financially sound organization and the genuine opportunity to build, modernize, and shape. From establishing a procurement program to refining long-range investment strategy to guiding capital improvement planning, the next Finance Director will have real influence over how Matthews positions itself for the future.
The Finance Director serves as the Town's chief financial officer and a member of the executive leadership team, reporting directly to the Town Manager. The Director holds executive responsibility for all financial operations, encompassing centralized accounting (accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and grant administration), budget development and management, auditing, cash and treasury management, and procurement activities. All functions are conducted in compliance with NC General Statutes, applicable federal requirements, and local ordinances. At the core of this work is accountability for the integrity, transparency, and long-term fiscal sustainability of the Town's $47.6 million annual operating budget, including ensuring that timely and accurate financial reporting reaches staff, elected officials, residents, and other stakeholders throughout the year.
The Finance Director leads a team of three full-time equivalent positions, providing day-to-day direction as well as long-term investment in staff development. Though compact, the team carries broad organizational reach, supporting every department in the Town with financial guidance, compliance oversight, and operational support. The Director is also an active partner in strategic and capital improvement planning, ensuring that financial analysis and long-range forecasting are integrated into the Town's infrastructure and investment decisions as Matthews grows.
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