CFO - Government Tax / Bonds Perm 200K San Antonio - The Skills Coalition

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as the Vice President of Fiscal Management / Chief Financial Officer (CFO) on behalf of our client, a highly regarded transportation organization. This hybrid position is based in San Antonio and plays a pivotal role in managing and safeguarding financial resources while driving operational excellence.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

·         Strategic Financial Leadership: Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, and treasury management, ensuring alignment with company goals and regulatory compliance.

·         Budget & Fiscal Planning: Lead the development, monitoring, and analysis of operating and capital budgets. Ensure financial resources are optimally allocated and invested in accordance with industry standards and public fund regulations.

·         Capital Planning & Finance: Spearhead financial aspects of long-term capital projects, including financial modeling, forecasting, and preparing documentation for federal transportation funding programs.

·         Debt & Public Finance Management: Manage public finance strategies, including debt issuance and related financial forecasts. Prepare and present financial information for bond ratings and ensure ongoing compliance with municipal finance disclosure requirements.

·         Compliance & Reporting: Ensure accurate financial reporting, including the preparation of comprehensive financial reports, audits, and submissions to regulatory bodies such as the FTA. Manage the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).

·         Leadership & Team Development: Cultivate a high-performing finance team, providing mentorship, training, and fostering a collaborative and goal-oriented work environment.

·         Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with consultants, senior leadership, and external partners to ensure smooth execution of financial strategies and capital investment projects.

·         Governance & Policy Compliance: Develop, implement, and monitor financial policies to ensure operational consistency and regulatory compliance across the organization.

·         Pension Administration: Serve as an Assistant Administrator for the organization’s pension plan, overseeing financial responsibilities tied to retirement benefits.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

 

·         Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. CPA certification is required.

·         Experience: A minimum of 10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a management role. Experience in public finance, capital planning, and working in highly regulated environments is essential.

·         Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of governmental accounting, public budgeting, and relevant financial regulations, including GASB standards. Proven ability to lead audits, financial reviews, and compliance reporting.

 

Key Skills:

 

·         Analytical and problem-solving abilities

·         Leadership and team-building

·         Strong communication, both written and verbal

·         Financial acumen and sound judgment

·         Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects effectively

·         High level of integrity and confidentiality in all aspects of the role

Essential attributes: · At least ten years’ relevant experience in development projects with a focus on mining. · Experience of applying lender requirements, particularly International Finance Corporation’s Performance Standard 6, to development projects in emerging economies in extractives, and/or agribusiness sectors · Solid consultancy experience · Experience of managing and delivering multiple complex projects · Excellent writing and verbal communication skills · Sufficient GIS skills to design and evaluate analyses with our GIS team · Willingness and enthusiasm to travel globally and work in challenging environments · Good track record of business development and client relationship management · A good Honours degree in a relevant discipline. Desirable attributes (NOT essential): · A background as a field conservation specialist, understanding how to make conservation theory work in practice with communities and governments. · Experience of reviewing work and providing QAQC · Proven ability to work in French or Spanish · Experience of supervising or managing individuals and/or small teams · A postgraduate qualification or a PhD in a relevant discipline. · Experience working in Africa, Latin America, or Asia. If this role is of interest, to help with review please make sure to answer all the questions in bold above and attach a copy of your most up-to-date CV (resume).