Beaufort County is pleased to announce that Pinky Harriott has been appointed as the Chief Financial Officer, effective November 25, 2024. Beaufort County Administrator Michael Moore expressed his enthusiasm for her arrival, stating, “We are eager to welcome Mrs. Harriott as our next CFO. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, along with an impressive record of community service.”

Pinky Harriott is a Beaufort, SC native, having grown up on St. Helena Island, and is a graduate of Beaufort High School. She earned a B.S. in Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Management. As a Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO), she possesses over 14 years of experience in governmental accounting and finance across state and local government agencies.

Currently, Mrs. Harriot serves as the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Finance and Human Resources at the University of South Carolina Beaufort, where she oversees the annual budget and ensures compliance with fiscal policies and regulations. She has streamlined the Chart of Accounts for increased efficiency and implemented line-item budgeting to enhance departmental budget management and fiscal transparency. Mrs. Harriot is no stranger to Beaufort County; during her tenure as the Budget Director, she implemented the county's first Digital Budget Book and received the inaugural GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Mrs. Harriot is deeply engaged in the community. She is a lifelong member of Rotary International, currently serving as President of the Lowcountry Rotary Club. She also participates on the Beaufort Regional Chamber Board of Directors and is a member of the Volvo Community Advisory Board.

Mrs. Harriot and her husband, Bradley, have been married for 12 years and are the proud parents of three children: Kalob, Gracie, and John.

“I look forward to embarking on this exciting new journey,” said Mrs. Harriott. “I am confident that my experience will continue to contribute to the mission of Beaufort County and expand our services to meet the needs of our residents, while ensuring compliance and fiscal transparency. I am looking forward to working with Mr. Moore and am excited about his fresh perspective and vision for the future of our County.”