Job description

DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL REPORTING AND FORECASTING
The Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans (Port) is a self-funded political subdivision of the State of Louisiana. The Port is a landlord port and its revenues originate from a diverse product mix of containers, breakbulk, cruise, and industrial real estate. In addition the Port is strategically aligned and financially consolidated with the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad (NOPB).

The Port seeks a candidate to serve as Director of Financial Reporting and Forecasting, heading the Port’s financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting functions. The position reports to the Executive Vice President / Chief Financial Officer and assists with financing, capital planning, insurance, and strategic planning for the Port and NOPB. The Director will assemble and summarize data, prepare reports, and present findings, along with recommendations. The Director will develop various ad hoc models, processes, and reports to track key metrics, analyze and interpret data. The position requires a strong financial (not necessarily governmental) reporting background and the ability to manage a staff, teams, external audits, and consultants. The position will work closely with the accounting, commercial, operations, engineering, and rail teams within the Port and NOPB.

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• A minimum of 10 years experience in accounting
• A minimum of 5 years experience in financial reporting
• Strong experience with forecasting and coordinating teams.

Other Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or other related business degree
• Certified Public Accountant and/or Master’s Degree
• Experience in real estate accounting and current FASB or GASB lease pronouncements
• Experience in budgeting, planning, and forecasting
• Experience in grant and/or project accounting
• Highly motivated team player with strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills and the ability to get to the root cause
• Ability to challenge the status quo and seek innovative and optimal ways of supporting the needs of the Port
• Demonstrated leadership experience and desire

The Port offers competitive benefits including both a defined benefit (pension) and a defined contribution retirement plans, health, dental, vision, and life insurances.

To apply, email interest letter and resume to human.resources@portnola.com

https://www.portnola.com/community/economic-development/jobs

The Port of New Orleans is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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