Caleb Ford

Caleb Ford has extensive experience in financial management and leadership, currently serving as the Deputy Chief Financial Officer at Metro since March 2013, where responsibilities include risk management and a multi-year payroll process review. Prior roles at Metro include Assistant Finance Director, overseeing a $6 million departmental budget, and Finance Manager at the Oregon Zoo, where strategic changes led to a 28% revenue increase. Previously, Caleb held positions as Senior Accountant at the City of Beaverton, contributing to financial software development and payroll oversight, and Accounting Manager at Northwest Regional Education Service District, ensuring compliance for $20 million in federal grants. Earlier experience includes a Payroll Accountant role, implementing payroll process improvements and system conversions. Educational credentials include a BA in Economics from the University of Rochester and an MS in Financial Analysis from Portland State University - School of Business.