Public Transit CFO & Regional Finance Strategy Leader

Regional Transportation Authority of Northeastern Illinois (RTA); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 168,361 - 205,774; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Pension

Tuition Assistance

401(k)

Job summary

A regional transportation authority is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in Chicago with over 10 years of governmental finance experience. The role requires strategic leadership and financial planning as part of the organization transitioning to the Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA). The successful candidate will manage duties including treasury operations and budget oversight, ensuring alignment with state legislation while providing high-level service to stakeholders. Competitive salary of $187,068 with benefits including medical, vision, and pension.

Qualifications

• More than 10 years of experience in government or public finance.
• Experience managing diverse finance administration and operations.
• Ability to read and interpret complex financial documents.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in transitioning the agency to NITA.
• Develop policy recommendations on transit finance administration.
• Direct the development of the operating budget and multi-year plans.
• Manage cash and debt activities including investments and payroll.
• Prepare and present analyses and reports to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Strategic thinking

Change management

Education

Advanced degree (MBA, MPA, MPS preferred)

Job description

A regional transportation authority is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in Chicago with over 10 years of governmental finance experience. The role requires strategic leadership and financial planning as part of the organization transitioning to the Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA). The successful candidate will manage duties including treasury operations and budget oversight, ensuring alignment with state legislation while providing high-level service to stakeholders. Competitive salary of $187,068 with benefits including medical, vision, and pension.