Chief Financial Officer - R5132

Regional Transportation District • Denver, CO

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About The Position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at the Regional Transportation District (RTD) provides strategic leadership for the agency's financial activities, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, asset management, and accounting functions. The CFO plays a crucial role in overseeing and transforming financial processes and operations, working closely with the GM/CEO and Board of Directors to enhance financial performance and ensure effective stewardship of taxpayer funding.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a CFO or in a senior financial leadership role.
• Strong understanding of corporate finance and performance management principles.
• Familiarity with diverse business functions such as marketing, sales, and operations.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the public transportation sector.
• Knowledge of grant writing and funding opportunities.
• Familiarity with federal and state financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Consults with the GM/CEO and other members of the Leadership Team on policy, financial, and operational matters.
• Serves as an official agency representative and/or spokesperson on financial matters.
• Provides expertise and leadership in developing and administering annual operating and capital budgets.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to execute strategic and financial initiatives.
• Evaluates RTD's long- and short-term financial objectives to develop comprehensive financial plans.
• Cultivates a culture of excellence, engagement, inclusion, diversity, belonging, and accessibility.
• Empowers employees to challenge the status quo and seek innovative alternatives to increase efficiency.
• Directs the finance team in financial planning, budgeting, and fiscal oversight.
• Monitors agency-wide financial performance and initiates corrective actions as needed.
• Encourages innovation in identifying new grant opportunities and alternative funding methods.
• Engages with leaders to evaluate existing financial functions and ensure best practices are utilized.
• Identifies opportunities for increased efficiencies and cost reductions across the organization.
• Prepares financial forecasts and projections for new and existing services and projects.
• Reviews budgets, forecasts, and revenue to address shortfalls or gaps.
• Utilizes data from all departments to balance financial needs with available funding sources.
• Prepares and presents financial information to the GM/CEO, Board of Directors, and leadership team.
• Ensures compliance with Federal Transit Administration guidelines and applicable laws.
• Directs general accounting, asset management, revenue, treasury, and debt functions.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
• Education Level: No Education Listed