Harold Hawley, CPA

VP, Chief Financial Officer

Professional Overview
Harold Hawley is a seasoned finance executive with over 30 years of experience in the manufacturing and education sectors. As the VP and Chief Financial Officer at Horry-Georgetown Technical College, he oversees all financial operations and strategic planning for the institution.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In his current role as VP and Chief Financial Officer at Horry-Georgetown Technical College, Harold is responsible for managing the college's $100 million annual budget, overseeing financial reporting and compliance, and leading the implementation of new financial systems and processes. Under his leadership, the college has achieved consistently balanced budgets and received unqualified audit opinions from external auditors.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Harold served as the VP of Marketing and Strategic Planning at Canal Industries, Inc., where he played a key role in developing and executing the company's growth strategy. He also held the position of VP and Chief Financial Officer at Canal Wood, LLC, where he streamlined financial operations and implemented cost-saving measures that improved the company's profitability.

Earlier in his career, Harold worked as a Manager in the Internal Audit and Consulting practice at Georgia Pacific Corp., where he provided strategic advisory services to business units and helped identify process improvements. He began his professional journey as a Staff Auditor at the Auditor of Public Accounts.

Academic Background
Harold holds an MBA in Business Administration and Management from the University of Richmond and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Radford University. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has maintained his certification throughout his distinguished career.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial management and reporting

• Strategic planning and business development

• Operational efficiency and cost optimization

• Audit and compliance management

• Financial systems implementation and optimization

Professional Impact
During his tenure at Horry-Georgetown Technical College, Harold has played a pivotal role in securing funding for various capital projects, including the construction of a new $25 million science and technology building. He has also spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which has streamlined financial operations and improved data-driven decision-making.

Additionally, Harold is an active member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants, where he contributes his expertise to industry discussions and initiatives.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience in financial management, strategic planning, and operational excellence, Harold Hawley is a respected leader in the education sector. His proven track record of driving organizational performance and his commitment to continuous improvement make him a valuable asset to Horry-Georgetown Technical College and the broader community.