VP of Finance Job at Lensa, Lombard, IL

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  • Lensa
  • Lombard, IL

Job Description

Lensa is a career site that helps job seekers find great jobs in the US. We are not a staffing firm or agency. Lensa does not hire directly for these jobs, but promotes jobs on LinkedIn on behalf of its direct clients, recruitment ad agencies, and marketing partners. Lensa partners with DirectEmployers to promote this job for Transdev. Clicking "Apply Now" or "Read more" on Lensa redirects you to the job board/employer site. Any information collected there is subject to their terms and privacy notice.

About Transdev U.S.

Transdev is the largest private-sector operator of multiple modes of transit in the U.S., helping cities and communities move safely and efficiently. With more than 30,000 employees serving hundreds of client contracts, Transdev connects people to what matters most through safe, reliable, and sustainable mobility solutions.

About The Role

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Vice President of Corporate Finance to lead the financial management, control, and performance functions for Transdev U.S. Reporting to the CFO, this role plays a key part in shaping the company's financial strategy, ensuring compliance and transparency, and enabling sound business decisions across our diverse portfolio of transit operations.

The VP, Corporate Finance, serves as a key deputy to the CFO, providing leadership across Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Risk, and Financial Systems. This leader will oversee critical financial processes and help drive a culture of continuous improvement, automation, and financial discipline.

Transdev Is Proud To Offer

  • Competitive compensation package of minimum $185,000 - maximum $230,000

Benefits Include

  • Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
  • Sick days: 5 days
  • Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
  • Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and voluntary long-term disability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, forecasting, FP&A, tax, insurance, treasury, and finance technology.
  • Partner with the CFO to define and execute financial strategy, capital structure optimization, and long-term planning aligned with Group objectives.
  • Ensure full compliance with IFRS, GAAP, and Transdev Group financial policies.
  • Lead financial due diligence and integration related to M&A, divestitures, and major capital projects.
  • Direct financial controls, audits, and risk management processes across the organization.
  • Drive continuous process improvement and automation in financial systems (ERP, reporting tools, and data structures).
  • Manage relationships with key external partners, including auditors, banks, actuaries, and insurers.
  • Oversee insurance programs, actuarial reviews, and financial risk mitigation strategies.
  • Build and develop a high-performing finance team; mentor leaders and strengthen future succession capabilities.
  • Support the CFO with Board, ExCom, and Group presentations.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
  • CPA required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum 10-15 years of progressive finance experience, including leadership of multi-functional teams.
  • Public accounting experience strongly preferred.
  • Experience in large, complex, multi-entity or multinational organizations required; exposure to transportation, infrastructure, or services industries a plus.
  • Demonstrated success leading finance transformation or ERP implementation initiatives.
  • Deep understanding of IFRS and GAAP accounting, internal controls, and compliance frameworks.
  • Exceptional communication, analytical, and leadership skills with the ability to influence across functions.
  • Advanced proficiency with financial systems (SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, or similar) and analytics tools.

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video at

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

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Job Category: Executive & Senior Level Management

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 6698

Pay Group: NF2

Cost Center: 804

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

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