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Fractional Finance Director (Local Government)

Sumter Local Government Consulting

Alpharetta, GA • On-site

$130K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description


Sumter Local Government Consulting is seeking experienced local government finance leaders to join our team as a Fractional Finance Director supporting local government clients in Georgia (currently metro Atlanta). This role offers a flexible blend of remote work and on-site engagement in client offices, providing the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Position Highlights:
  • Serve as a Fractional Finance Director, for city and county clients
  • Provide financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting aligned with local government best practices
  • Act as a trusted advisor to city managers, county administrators, and elected officials
  • Support process improvements in accounting, compliance, and financial operations
  • Participate in business development activities, including conferences, client meetings, and proposal support
  • Collaborate with a team of former local government leaders delivering high-impact consulting services

Ideal Candidate:
  • Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in local government finance as a Finance Director/Assistant Finance Director
  • Strong knowledge of public sector budgeting, accounting, and financial management practices
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with executives and elected officials
  • Self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and comfortable managing multiple client engagements

Salary
  • $130,000

If you are a Georgia-based finance leader looking to expand your impact across multiple communities while maintaining flexibility, we invite you to connect with us.

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