Chief Finance Officer- Guilford County NC
Developmental Associates Greensboro, NC, USA
- Location: Greensboro, NC, USA
- Categories: Accounting and Finance, Administration and Management
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Oct 19, 2026
Job Description:
Chief Finance Officer- Guilford County NC
Description
The Organization: Guilford County is governed by a nine-member Board of County Commissioners, elected by district and at-large for four-year terms. Operating under the County Manager form of government, the County is recognized for sound fiscal administration, a strong fund balance, and a AAA bond rating. The FY2026-27 adopted budget is approximately $889 million, supported by a property tax rate of 78.95 cents per $100 of assessed value. The County employs nearly 3,000 full-time personnel across more than 30 departments organized into strategic service areas. The Board adopted a comprehensive plan in 2025 which guides County planning, development and financial priorities.
The Department & Position: Reporting directly to the County Manager, the Chief Financial Officer serves as Guilford County's statutorily designated Finance Officer under North Carolina law. The CFO leads a department of 40 employees, including five direct reports, and oversees accounting, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, debt management, cash management and investments, financial reporting, auditing, and procurement. Additionally, the role translates complex financial data into clear dashboards and presentations, optimizes ERP (MUNIS) technology and cross-departmental data workflows, and mentors department staff to foster a highly communicative, supportive team culture. The most recent Annual Comprehensive Financial Report can be found here.