— Information courtesy of Granville County Public Information Officer Terry Hobgood
Heather Wood has joined Granville County as its new assistant finance director, bringing 20 years of finance experience in the public and private sectors to the role.
Wood has served in multiple roles with Franklin County Public Utilities, including Business Officer since 2019. She previously served as Head Bookkeeper for the Franklin County Clerk of Superior Court within the North Carolina Court System and has private-sector experience as a Payroll Specialist. In her role as Business Officer, Wood developed significant expertise in public-sector accounting and financial management, overseeing utility billing operations, customer service functions, and accounting processes.
Wood holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and is a Certified Local Government Finance Officer, with extensive professional experience in local government finance, utility operations, budgeting and financial administration.
“We are so happy to welcome Heather to our team,” said Granville County Finance Director Jennifer Baird. “She has amassed a great deal of experience in many levels of public accounting in addition to her work in the private sector. We know she will be a huge boost to our team and work hard to serve her fellow Granville County coworkers and our citizens who put so much trust in us.”
“I’m honored for the opportunity to serve Granville County and work alongside a talented team dedicated to supporting the community,” Wood said in a statement. “I look forward to contributing to the County’s financial operations and helping advance its goals for effective and efficient government.”
A Franklin County native, Wood currently resides in Franklinton with her husband and two boys. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, supporting community events, and staying engaged in local government initiatives.
