GREENVILLE, N.C. - The City of Greenville has named Byron Hayes its Director of Financial Services. Hayes is replacing Bernita Demery, who retired on March 31 after 30 years of service.

"I have big shoes to fill," Hayes said. "Mrs. Demery's 30-year tenure was filled with many successes. I look forward to this challenge, and I'm ready to continue the fine work of our department, to take Financial Services to the next level and ensure that we are good stewards of the taxpayer funds."

As Director of Financial Services, Hayes will be responsible for directing the City's Accounting, Purchasing, and Collections Divisions. He will also provide an integral role in the City's budget development and financial reporting through the creation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and manage the City's debt while arranging for financing of extensive capital projects.

"The mission of the City of Greenville Financial Services Department is 'Providing sustainable financial management that exceeds the expectations of our customers,'" Hayes said. "I want to ensure that we provide superior service to all our stakeholders by ensuring that our organization functions in an efficient and effective manner. The City Council put forth a vision with a series of goals and objectives, and Financial Services intends to carry out the operations of the City in a manner that reflects and enhances those goals and objectives."

 

 

Hayes will begin his new position on April 14 at a salary of $104,728 annually.