Strategic CFO for Public Infrastructure Finance

New Jersey Infrastructure Bank; Lawrence Township (NJ); On-site; USD 195,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Jersey Infrastructure Bank (I-Bank) is seeking a seasoned Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic leadership across finance, accounting, budgeting, cash/investment management, audit, credit risk, and debt financing. Reporting to the Executive Director, the CFO collaborates with state and federal partners, borrowers, rating agencies, and auditors.

The role focuses on modernizing financial systems, strengthening internal controls, and guiding the I-Bank’s financing programs for

Qualifications

• Experience as a senior financial leader in public or municipal finance.
• Proven ability to modernize financial systems and processes.
• Strong governance, internal controls, and reporting expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance, accounting, budgeting, cash management, and debt financing.
• Oversee financial reporting with strong internal controls and standards.
• Partner with leadership, auditors, and regulators on financial strategy and reporting.
• Drive modernization of financial systems and processes and enhance program structures.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial management

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

Change leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master’s degree in Business Administration/Finance

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

The New Jersey Infrastructure Bank (I-Bank) is seeking a seasoned Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic leadership across finance, accounting, budgeting, cash/investment management, audit, credit risk, and debt financing. Reporting to the Executive Director, the CFO collaborates with state and federal partners, borrowers, rating agencies, and auditors.

The role focuses on modernizing financial systems, strengthening internal controls, and guiding the I-Bank’s financing programs for