Description

Granville Vance Public Health (GVPH) is currently accepting applications for Assistant Finance Officer. This fulltime position in Oxford, NC, will serve the district covering both Granville and Vance Counties. The position will primarily manage budgetary and fiscal control requirements under the direction of the Finance Officer for the local government entity GVPH. Major duties include:

• Preparing, managing, translating, and reporting departmental budgets;
• Coordinating and supporting ongoing external audit work;
• Assisting with preparation and management of third-party contracts;
• Managing required financial reporting for local government entities and not-for-profit agencies.

The preferred applicant will possess considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration and have direct experience with local government finance and nonprofit finance, including knowledge of general and public sector accounting, fund accounting, grants management, and financial budgeting. The applicant must have the ability to exercise judgment and discretion in establishing, applying, and interpreting policies and procedures and the ability to establish effective working relationships with agency personnel, officials, and leadership team members. Adherence to deadlines is important in this role.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a four-year college or university and at least three years' experience in personnel, budgeting, research, or administrative management, preferably involving participation in the planning and management of a business or a governmental program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated experience working in local government finance and/or nonprofit finance is required, with familiarity in fund accounting, grant compliance, audit preparation, and the budgeting practices specific to public sector or nonprofit organizations. A Master's degree in Business, Accounting, or Public Administration is preferred. Equivalent Combination of Education and Experience: Some positions may allow applicants to qualify through an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience. This means applicants may qualify through years of education, years of directly related experience, or a combination of both, when applicable to the position requirements.