Golden Gate Bridge, Highway And Transportation District - San Francisco, CA

posted about 2 months ago

Full-time - Executive
San Francisco, CA
Support Activities for Transportation

About the position

Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District (The District) is seeking to fill a vital leadership position - Chief Financial Officer. Reporting to the Board of Directors and taking daily direction from the General Manager, the CFO is responsible for the financial activities of the District and includes the functions of Accounting, Payroll, Audit, Strategic Planning, Capital and Grant Programs, Transit Asset Management (TAM), Budgeting, Financial Projections, Investments, and Treasury, Insurance, Electronic Revenue Collection, Pension and Retiree Healthcare Funding, Procurement, and Cash Management. As a Special District under California law, it is a separate entity that directly owns the world-famous Golden Gate Bridge and its accompanying transit and ferry operations. There is only one Golden Gate Bridge and this is your chance to be a part of it. The District seeks a leader with a proven track record of success in financial management and fiscal leadership. A deep understanding not only of daily financial operations but also strategic issues that could affect the District is critical to success in this position. In addition to managing the financial activities of the District, the Auditor-Controller will serve as the Board's primary resource when it seeks to understand the current fiscal status of the District, as well as the financial ability of the organization to meet its current financial commitments and also undertake future initiatives. He/she not only provides independent advice to the Board, but serves in a key position on the District's Executive Team providing leadership, management expertise, strategic direction, and financial advice on the major issues that face the District.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the financial activities of the District including Accounting, Payroll, Audit, and Strategic Planning.
  • Manage Capital and Grant Programs, Transit Asset Management (TAM), Budgeting, and Financial Projections.
  • Direct Investments, Treasury, Insurance, Electronic Revenue Collection, Pension and Retiree Healthcare Funding, Procurement, and Cash Management.
  • Serve as the primary resource for the Board regarding the fiscal status of the District and its financial commitments.
  • Provide independent advice to the Board and serve on the District's Executive Team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a finance-related field.
  • 10 years of full-time experience in auditing, accounting, and financial management.
  • 4 years of administrative or supervisory experience.
  • Experience working in government is strongly desired.
  • MBA and/or CPA designation is desirable.

Nice-to-haves

  • Confidence and strong leadership skills.
  • Technical skills in financial management.
  • Strategic thinking and good judgment.
  • Positive attitude and inspiring demeanor.

Benefits

  • Attractive compensation package.
  • Relocation assistance.
  • Equal opportunity employment.
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