Chief Financial Officer (CFO), City of Orangeburg
The CFO leads a Finance Department responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, purchasing, revenue collection, debt management, and risk management, with a staff of approximately six employees. In addition to overseeing daily financial operations, the CFO will be a key strategic partner in advancing major capital initiatives, ensuring fiscal stewardship of transformative projects and supporting operational, infrastructure, and service needs.
Evaluate the structure, staffing, and operational efficiency of the Finance Department and recommend improvements Proactively manage cash flow, reserves, and daily financial operations Lead the issuance and management of debt for current and future capital projects Partner with the City Administrator in the development and execution of the annual budget Maintain and strengthen the City’s bond rating through disciplined financial practices Develop long-term financial strategies to support economic development and capital investment initiatives
Ensure financial readiness to support large-scale projects and public-private partnerships
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field (required) • Master’s degree in a finance-related discipline (highly preferred) • 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in governmental financial management • 3–5 years of supervisory experience • Local government experience (required) • CPA and GFOA certification (highly preferred)
Applicants must submit both a resume and cover letter through the City’s application portal:
www.orangeburg.sc.us
The position is open until filled. Interviews will be conducted following an initial screening process.
All inquiries should be directed to: human.resources@orangeburg.sc.us