Town of Apex, NC - Finance Director
Town of Apex, NC - Finance Director
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Job Description
The Town of Apex is seeking a collaborative and tech-savvy leader to serve as the next Finance Director. The Finance Director has the opportunity to work in this growing Town with AAA bond ratings and excellent stewardship of tax dollars. The Town is a fiscally responsible and well-managed government with an FY 25-26 budget of over $237 million. Reporting to the Deputy Town Manager the Director will oversee 23.25 FTEs.
This leadership role is critical in maintaining the organizations fiscal integrity and ensuring long-term financial stability. The Finance Director is responsible for offering strategic financial guidance to the governing body executive leadership and department heads and aligning financial operations with the Towns overall goals. The Director oversees the development of accurate fiscal records and financial systems and manages complex governmental finance and accounting functions to support the municipalitys financial health.
The Finance Director oversees the receipt of tax revenues and the collection of fees and other revenues in accordance with applicable laws and regulations ensuring accuracy and compliance. In addition to managing the investment of public funds and maintaining relationships with banking and investment service providers the Director is responsible for the integrity and oversight of the municipalitys centralized financial and procurement systems. The Finance Department under the Directors leadership is also responsible for key operational functions including accounts payable financial reporting payroll purchasing and utility billing. These responsibilities are essential to maintaining comprehensive and transparent financial records and supporting the municipalitys overall fiscal health.
Priorities
- Strengthen the internal infrastructure to keep pace with the Towns rapid growth and development.
- Oversee the integration and evaluation of financial and operational software systems.
- Collaborate with departments to ensure timely grant reporting and provide guidance on grant management practices.
- Lead financial planning and prepare for future bond issuances to support upcoming capital initiatives including electric and water and sewer infrastructure.
- Foster collaboration between the Budget IT HR and Finance departments understanding their distinct roles and how they can work together to support all municipal departments effectively.
The Successful Candidate
The successful Finance Director will be a relationship builder who communicates clearly and consistently with staff peers and leadership. They will lead with integrity encourage professional growth and promote a culture of accountability and service excellence. The ideal candidate will bring a balance of technical expertise and emotional intelligence ensuring that the Finance Department not only meets its operational goals but also contributes meaningfully to the broader mission of the organization. The next Finance Director will ensure ethical stewardship of public funds.
The successful Director will be a proactive communicative leader who values collaboration and transparency across all levels of the organization. The ideal candidate will set clear expectations for staff provide the guidance and support necessary for success and hold team members accountable in a fair and constructive manner. This leader will understand the importance of engaging in thoughtful conversations before implementing change taking the time to assess existing policies procedures and systems to ensure that any adjustments are well-informed and strategically sound.
The ideal candidate will cultivate a unified and high-performing team atmosphere highlighting the significance of delivering exceptional consistent and prompt customer service both internally and externally. They will help the team understand the critical role they play in delivering accurate and timely information particularly in areas such as utility billing. A strong grasp of North Carolina finance law is essential including the ability to navigate and explain complex scenarios within departmental and capital project budgets.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements include any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelors degree in accounting or business with five or more years of experience in public finance administration with increasing supervisory responsibility.
Preferred qualifications include a masters degree certified public accountant (CPA) and/or certified Local Government Finance Officer.
Inside The Town
The Town of Apex which operates under the Council-Manager form of government provides exceptional public service that cultivates opportunities for the individual and community to live thrive and reach their peak. The Town employs over 700 benefited positions (full and part-time) and 150 seasonal employees across 20 departments. The Towns FY25 budget included expanding vibrant recreation and cultural programs introducing a comprehensive language access plan adding athletic court availability technology at parks and enhancing pedestrian safety with upgraded crosswalk beacons to advance the Towns Welcoming Community goal. The Councils vision is a community unified in stewardship of the Apex small-town character and natural environment for a future where all succeed. The Towns strategic goals that guide its future:
- A Welcoming Community: Create a safe and welcoming environment fostering community connections and high-quality recreational and cultural experiences supporting a sense of belonging.
- High-Performing Government: Deliver exceptional service valuing an engaged workforce emphasizing efficiency collaboration innovation and inclusion.
- Economic Vitality: Improve and sustain an environment that invites and retains a diversity of residents employment opportunities and businesses.
- Responsible Development: Encourage equitable and sustainable development that provides accessibility and connectivity throughout the community.
- Environmental Leadership: Commit to sustaining natural resources and environmental well-being.
The community vision established in Advance Apex: The 2045 Plan is a critical part of guiding strategy. Peak Principles of Performance Empowerment Accountability and Knowledge drive an internal culture of excellence and service. The Peak Principles are summed up in a pledge: We will perform at the highest level by empowering our peers remaining accountable to each other and those we serve and continuing the pursuit of knowledge. Learn more about the Town of Apex here.
The Community
Settled in the 1860s and incorporated in 1873 the Town of Apex acquired its name due to its location as the highest point on a 30-mile stretch of the Chatham Railroad line between Richmond Virginia and Jacksonville Florida. Located in southwest Wake County Apex and the surrounding area experienced unprecedented growth in the 1990s following job creation in Research Triangle Park and the nearby large universities. From a population of 5500 in 1990 to 80000 as of April 2025 Apex continues to experience rapid growth.
The 14th largest city in North Carolina Apex is known fondly as The Peak of Good Living. Money Magazine ranked Apex as the #1 Best Place to Live in the US in 2015. The ranking credits high-paying jobs excellent schools affordable housing prices and more. Located within the Research Triangle area Apex is less than 30 minutes from three Tier 1 Research Universities: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill North Carolina State University and Duke University.
The well-preserved downtown business district and the trains that still run through the Town are a reminder of the past. In contrast new subdivisions shopping centers parks and businesses have enhanced the lifestyle of Apex community members. History buffs flock to the Towns central business district with multiple structures listed on the coveted National Register of Historic Places. Just step inside the Halle Cultural Arts Center and learn about the buildings history dating back to 1912. The Halle is now a modern center for exhibitions musicals and plays.
With over 400 acres of parkland Apex fosters an active community. Unique to the Town is a disc golf course at Apex Nature Park and the Rodgers Family Skate Plaza a 24-hour custom-designed skate park. Families flock to the Kidstown Playground at Kelly Road Park one of the few remaining wooden playgrounds in the area. In November 2023 the Town opened the largest park in the Towns History Pleasant Park! This 92-acre facility has welcomed over two million residents and visitors in its first year with six multi-purpose fields tennis pickleball and basketball courts a dreamy 1.5-acre Enchanted Forest with nine inclusive play villages for all ages and abilities and so much more! Additionally those seeking a physical challenge will love the Towns Elevate Fitness course (think Ninja Warrior) at the Apex Community Park.
Apex hosts dozens of street festivals and special events annually attracting thousands of attendees. PeakFest is a signature community event drawing artisans from all over the state with unique wares. Dozens of barbecue-cook teams from across the country descend on Downtown Apex for the Peak City Pig Fest. The Apex Christmas Parade is another signature event that brings people together from across our community and is the only nighttime parade in Wake County. The Town celebrates being a welcoming community and the diversity of its residents with cultural festivals and events including the Latino Arts Festival Black History Month Indigenous Peoples Day Womens History Month Juneteenth Pride Holi and many others.
Quick Facts
- Population: 75977
- Median Household Income: $138442
- Median Home Value: $514800
- Median Age: 36
All demographic information was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau July 1 2024.
Compensation and Benefits
The expected hiring range is $145000-$170000 depending on qualifications with an excellent benefits package. Learn more about our options and employee-based benefits here.
Benefits offered include the following:
- Medical dental and vision all 100% employee coverage paid by the Town
- Participation in the NC Local Governmental Employees Retirement System (NCLGERS)
- 401(k) supplemental retirement 5% of salary contributed by the Town
- Holiday vacation sick caregiver leave and parental leave
- Peak Paid Time Off per fiscal year in addition to regular accrued sick and vacation time
- Flexible spending accounts
- Peak Lifestyle Account: up to $1200 per year for eligible expenses related to physical emotional/mental and financial wellness
- Life and short-term disability insurance
- Telemedicine
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition assistance
- Local Government Federal Credit Union membership
How to Apply
Applicants complete a brief online form and are prompted to provide a cover letter and resume. The position will be open until filled with a first review of applications beginning July 2 2025.
Questions
Please direct questions to Anne Lewis at or and Niayla Hairston at .
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
