Finance

The Finance Department maintains the fiscal intergrity of the Town's financial records. The department reports the results of the Town's operations and changes in its financial position to Town Council, state and federal agencies, concerned taxpayers, and any other interested parties. The Finance Department is also responsible for cash management and investment activities for the Town. This duty also requires monitoring of compliance with legal and regulatory provisions applicable to the investment of public funds.  Key functions of the Finance Department include: revenue collections, payroll processing, accounts payable, purchasing, cash management & investments, utility billing and financial and tax reporting.   If you require information concerning financial functions or procedures for the Town of Kiawah Island, please contact the Town Treasurer, Kenneth Gunnells at 843-768-9166.

The annual budget serves as the foundation for the Town of Kiawah Island’s financial planning and control. All departments and affiliates (e.g. Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals) of the Town are asked to submit budget requests to the Town Administrator. The Treasurer then prepares a first draft and presents it for review to the Town’s Ways and Means Committee, which is comprised of the Mayor and the four Council Members. Any necessary revisions are made and a final draft is submitted to the Town Council. A second reading is scheduled to meet the June 30 adoption deadline. A public hearing is held to receive citizen input prior to final adoption. The budget is prepared by fund.  Below is a copy of the current fiscal year budget for your review.