Comptroller recruitment
Provides oversight of all accounting processes within the CTA such as payroll, accounts receivable and accounts payable as well as debt compliance and public funding; management of an accounting staff; preparation, reporting and analysis of financial statements; preparation of annual financial reports; oversight of required internal annual audits; general ledger maintenance and annual tax filings.
Directs and monitors the timely preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and reports in conformance with GAAP and GASB and other governmental financial reporting requirements; provides analysis and approves external reports required by regulatory bodies. Ensures accurate accounting standards are utilized in accordance with federal and state regulations.
Participates in the development and administration of financial and audit programs, policies, goals and objectives as directed by the Vice President or Chief Financial Officer.
Works with the Vice President in developing, evaluating and monitoring organizational effectiveness in order to execute the responsibilities and functions of the Finance and Comptroller Division.
Evaluates and monitors the performance of the Finance Group management and supervisory staffs for compliance with Authority programs and policies and the attainment of established goals and objectives.
Directs the programs, policies and procedures applicable to the functions and activities involving revenue, disbursements, liabilities, risks, and related forecasts.
Oversees the annual Audit. Provides oversight of various internal financial audits.
Directs the functions of the Accounting and Accounting Operations groups in maintaining CTA's ledger and payroll functions.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Requirements 
Required to possess a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field, or a combination of education and experience relating to this position. CPA or MBA preferred.
Minimum of 7 years in a public or private sector Finance and Accounting or Audit Department.
Must have extensive knowledge of GAAP and Sarbanes Oxley and an in depth knowledge of government approved financial and accounting systems and application.
Most possess extensive managerial experience in a large scale Finance operation.
Required to possess the executive and administrative skills necessary to competently plan, direct and coordinate the functions of the Finance Group.
Must possess strong organizational and management skills necessary to define, develop and evaluate objectives, standards and performance levels for assigned groups.
Required to possess analytical skills necessary to review, assess, and evaluate data from various diverse sources and generate effective solutions and competent decisions.
Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of the operations and functions of the Finance/Comptroller and Accounting Operations Departments. Must be detail oriented and possess excellent organizational skills.