Finance Department

The City of Statesville Finance Department provides oversight and coordination of the entire finance function, which includes Accounting, Payroll, Purchasing, Utility Billing, Collections, and Information Technology; retains ultimate responsibility for keeping the accounts of the City in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles; disburses all funds in strict compliance with the Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act, and efficiently procuring goods and services to support city activities; 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.

Budgets and Audits:

  • Here you will find copies of the last three yearly budgets and audits.

Administration and Accounting Personnel:

  • Payroll - Administers the City payroll to ensure the correctness of the payroll process among other duties. This position responds to inquiries regarding W 2 replacements and other City payroll items.
  • Accounts Payable - Administers the City accounts payable and miscellaneous receivables. This position performs inquiries regarding vendor payments, IRS forms 1099 and W 9s, and retainages.
  • Accountant - This position performs the internal control function, financial processing, and bank reconciliation among other duties. This position works in conjunction with the other City departments regarding assessments, CDBG Home Loans, and other federal and state grants.

Tax Information

  • Iredell County manages the collection of taxes for the City of Statesville.

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2026 Fireworks Celebration
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Latest City of Statesville News:

Statesville Public Power Requests Voluntary Energy Conse... Statesville Public Power is asking customers to voluntarily conserve electricity during extreme heat to help reduce demand on the region...
Statesville City Council Meeting 07/13/2026Statesville City Council will meet on July 13, 2026 in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
The North Carolina Drought Monitor map, updated June 18, 2026, shows worsening drought conditions across much of the state. Large portions of central and northern North Carolina are shaded red and dark red, indicating extreme (D3) and exceptional (D4) drought conditions. Much of the remainder of the state is experiencing severe drought (D2), shown in orange, with smaller areas of moderate drought (D1) in tan. According to the North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council, City of Statesville water customers remain under D2 severe drought conditions, and water restrictions remain in effect. The map includes drought classifications and data from the USDA, National Drought Mitigation Center, NOAA, and partner agencies.
City of Statesville Moves to Stage 2 Water RestrictionsThe City of Statesville is currently under Stage 3 (Extreme Drought) conditions. Beginning at 8 a.m. on May 4, 2026, the City will enfor...

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