Regional Transportation Commission Of Southern Nevada - Las Vegas, NV
posted 21 days ago
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for directing, managing, and overseeing the overall financial operations and assets of the organization. This includes senior leadership of the Finance and Purchasing & Contracts departments. The CFO plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with all organizational policies, procedures, regulations, and agreements. The position involves planning, directing, managing, and overseeing the financial operations of the organization, which encompasses budget preparation and monitoring, revenue forecasting, financial reporting, auditing, internal controls, debt issuance and administration, and capital financing. In this role, the CFO collaborates closely with the executive management team, contractors, and the board of Commissioners. The CFO is also responsible for directing and participating in various committees and task forces, organizing activities, and providing staff support. This includes preparing and reviewing narrative and statistical reports, correspondence, agenda items, policy papers, presentations, and other written materials. The CFO provides direction and leadership in developing a culture that maximizes operational effectiveness and efficiency by identifying and reporting resources and implementing improvements. The CFO oversees the financial operations of the organization, ensuring the safeguarding of financial assets while facilitating the effective use of public tax dollars through long-range planning and budgetary processes. This includes developing, administering, and implementing the Annual Financial Report, overseeing the development of policies, objectives, and budgets, and implementing projects and programs to achieve established goals. The CFO maintains knowledge of financial trends and legislation, ensuring compliance with applicable State and federal regulations and vendor contracts. Additionally, the CFO assists in meeting the financial needs of the organization by raising funds through creative financing and evaluating alternative financing methods for major projects. The role also involves developing, implementing, and monitoring short and long-term financial strategies, goals, and objectives in support of the organization's vision and mission. The CFO represents the organization at meetings and events, coordinating efforts with local, regional, state, and federal agencies, and serves as the organization's representative as assigned. The position requires managing multiple projects and deliverables with both short and long-term targeted completion dates.