Finance Director

Company: Piedmont Triad Regional Council
Location: Kernersville
Posted on: April 7, 2026

Job Description:

CATEGORY: Accounting/Finance EOE STATEMENT: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC), is seeking a Finance Director who is charged with planning and organizing the system of grants management and compliance for the Regional Council. Expertise to apply the standards of the Office of Management and Budget uniform guidance with an emphasis on administrative requirements and cost principles and audit requirements is required of the work. The ability to understand and interpret these guidelines and develop a sophisticated organizational finance strategy is crucial. Job posting will remain open until filled. PM21 POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate will demonstrate the following: an extensive knowledge of the Office of Management and Budget Uniform Guidance, as well as the principles and practices of accounting and budgeting, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); a thorough understanding of general laws and administrative policies governing municipal financial practices and procedures; a knowledge of effective communication principles and practices, both orally and in writing; the ability to prepare and present complex, detailed fiscal reports of a budgetary or financial nature to the Board of Delegates, governing bodies, and state and federal agencies; the ability to supervise the development and implementation of accounting systems and procedures, and to prepare and interpret financial reports; skills in planning, organizing, and directing the work of subordinate employees in specialized areas such as accounting, payroll administration, statistical reporting, tax assessment and collection, and investments; the ability to foster teamwork and maintain harmonious working relationships within the Finance Department, with department heads, Regional Council staff, member governments, governmental officials, and the public; and consistent exercise of sound professional and administrative judgment. Position requires graduation from an accredited four-year institution with a bachelor's degree in accounting, business finance, public administration or related field and career level experience in finance administration including significant supervisory experience of finance professionals. Current CPA candidate (Certified Public Accountant) and/or NC-CLGFO (North Carolina Certified Local Government Finance Officer) designation preferred. Successful candidate must pass pre-employment drug screening and organization's background screening process. Valid driver's license required. PTRC offers a market competitive salary dependent upon the candidate's qualifications and experience. Annual bonus program, 5% 401-K match, participation in LGERS, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, paid gym membership, and comprehensive platinum level health coverage with $500 deductible are standard components of the benefit package. For Additional information please click here www.ptrc.org/financedirector (http://www.ptrc.org/financedirector) ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: At the Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC), we work to implement creative regional solutions to improve the lives of the community. When you visit our vibrant office conveniently located in Kernersville, the center of the Triad, you find our passionate staff members working diligently to fulfill our mission. Our office is on the southside of the Interstate 40 at the NC Highway 66 interchange. It is a 20-minute drive to downtown Greensboro, Winston Salem, or High Point. Our location is equipped with an electric charging station. Our organization has seven core departments; Area Agency on Aging, Criminal Justice, Economic Development, Community Development Services, Management Services, Regional Planning, and Workforce Development. Our staff in each department specializes in serving its niche of the Triad community. PTRC employees are constantly looking for ways to innovate and expand our programs. We look for ways to enrich our lives in and outside of the workplace. If you are passionate about serving the public and desire to grow and expand your skillset, the PTRC could be an excellent fit for you! The PTRC hires and retains staff that is at the top of their field. See why our employees love working at the PTRC. (https://www.ptrc.org/about/working-for-the-ptrc) SALARY RANGE: Salary $103,602.82Organization provides excellent benefits including NC Local Governmental Employees & Retirement System (NCLGERS) and participates in PSLFP. EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non-Exempt FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full-Time LOCATION: NC, Kernersville OPEN DATE: 3/6/2026 Document Upload: None Specified PIa86e33164150-29400-39916226

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