Camden, South Carolina
City of Camden Appoints Tori Smith as Director of Finance

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jan. 6, 2026

Camden, S.C. — The City of Camden announced the appointment of Tori Smith as its new director of finance, bringing more than two decades of governmental and public-school finance experience to the city’s leadership team.

Smith has extensive experience overseeing governmental financial operations in public education. She holds a bachelor of science in business administration from the University of South Carolina, with a major in accounting and a minor in human resources.

Most recently, Smith served as finance director for South Carolina Virtual Charter School, where she led the transition of accounting functions from an external management organization to in-house staff. Her work included implementing financial systems, developing policies and procedures, preparing budgets, and coordinating audits to ensure transparency and compliance.

Smith previously spent more than 20 years with Kershaw County School District, serving as finance director, accounting supervisor and payroll bookkeeper. Her experience included supervising staff, managing audits and financial systems, supporting bond and investment management, and maintaining accurate financial records during significant district challenges.

“We are extremely excited to welcome Tori Smith to the City of Camden,” said City Manager Matt DeWitt. “She brings a wealth of governmental finance experience and a strong understanding of public-sector finance, budgeting and accountability. We are confident her leadership will strengthen our financial operations and support the city’s long-term goals.”

“I am thrilled to join the City of Camden team as the new finance director, bringing with me 25 years of experience in governmental accounting,” Smith said. “I am excited to be home, supporting the collective mission and showcasing our GREAT city and all that we have to offer.”

As director of finance, Smith will oversee Camden’s accounting and financial operations and staff; this includes budgeting, reporting, payroll, procurement, debt management, compliance, internal auditing and recordkeeping.