Senior Finance Leader – Public Transit

City of Charlotte; United States; On-site; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Charlotte (CATS) is seeking a Deputy Chief Financial Officer to lead the Finance Division, partnering with the CFO on strategic financial leadership, governance and performance. This senior role oversees accounting, budgeting, treasury, procurement, and controls to safeguard public resources and support city-wide objectives.

Reporting to the CFO, the DCFO will drive financial planning, forecasting, and dashboards, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations while promoting

Qualifications

• Knowledge of governmental accounting and fund accounting.
• Public-sector budgeting and capital finance practices.
• Experience leading finance functions in a public agency.

Responsibilities

• Lead Finance Division and support CFO in financial vision.
• Oversee accounting, budgeting, treasury, procurement functions.
• Develop short- and long-term financial plans and metrics.
• Ensure internal controls and audit readiness.
• Oversee annual operating budget and capital programs.

Skills

Executive leadership

Public sector finance

Budgeting & forecasting

Internal controls

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or related field

Eight years of progressively responsible financial management experience

Job description

The City of Charlotte (CATS) is seeking a Deputy Chief Financial Officer to lead the Finance Division, partnering with the CFO on strategic financial leadership, governance and performance. This senior role oversees accounting, budgeting, treasury, procurement, and controls to safeguard public resources and support city-wide objectives.

Reporting to the CFO, the DCFO will drive financial planning, forecasting, and dashboards, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations while promoting