The Finance Administration Division provides oversight and coordination of the entire finance function, which includes Accounting, Payroll, Purchasing, Utility Billing, Collections, and Information Technology. The staff of this division retains ultimate responsibility for keeping the accounts of the City in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, disbursing all funds in strict compliance with the Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act, and efficiently procuring goods and services to support city activities. In addition, Finance Administration prepares statements of financial condition; supervises the receipt, deposit, and investment of City funds; and maintains records concerning bonded debt and other obligations of the City. Click
here to visit the Administrative page.
The Information Technology Division reads all electric and water meters monthly and connects and disconnects services as required. The division also prepares all utility bills and late notices and operates the computer system. The systems administrator provides systems analysis and design, computer programming, user training and support, hardware and software evaluation and installation, system security, and computer problem resolution. Click here to visit the Information Technology page.
Purchasing
The Purchasing Division keeps abreast of current prices and general market trends and purchases supplies, materials, equipment and services for the City through competitive bidding in accordance with NC General Statutes and local policy. The division works with other departments and vendors in drafting bid specifications for major commodities. This division supervises the central warehouse and surplus property is disposed of by GovDeals Internet Auction, annual auction, sealed bids or private sales and negotiations. Click here to visit the Purchasing page.
Utility and Revenue Collections
The Collections Department establishes and maintains all customer utility (electric, water and sewer) accounts for the City of Statesville. The Collections Department accepts payment (cash, check, money order, debit or credit card) for utility payments, privilege licenses, parking tickets and all miscellaneous revenue for the City of Statesville. Click here to visit the Utility & Revenue Collection page.