The Finance Department operates a financial accounting and reporting system in compliance with North Carolina General Statute 159 (Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act) and other North Carolina General Statutes, Federal laws, and regulations.
The primary purpose of the Finance Department is to ensure and maintain accurate financial information to support the overall fiscal management of the County. This is accomplished through a system of financial planning, reporting, and control. An outline of specific activities is found on our Services page.
The Finance Department is located at the New Hanover County Government Center near the intersection of College Road and Oriole Drive. Our hours of operation are from 8:00AM until 5:00PM, Monday through Friday, county holidays excepted.