Director of Accounting

The Port of Stockton is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and business-minded financial leader to serve as its next Director of Accounting.

Reporting directly to the Deputy Port Director of Administration, the Director provides executive leadership and oversight of the Port’s accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting, investments, cash and debt management, auditing, and procurement functions. The Director also serves as an important financial advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Port Commissioners.

The next Director will join the Port during an important period of organizational change and investment. The organization has recently developed a strategic plan, adopted new core values, is continuing to improve its use of the Tyler ERP system, and is preparing for significant infrastructure investment and organizational growth.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical financial expertise, while also understanding that the Port operates differently from a traditional city or county. The next Director must be engaged and interested about the Port’s business, collaborative with operating departments, and able to balance sound financial controls with responsive customer service and practical problem solving.

• Accounting & Reporting: Provide executive and day-to-day oversight of accounting operations, financial reporting, annual audits, internal controls, and preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
• Budget & Forecasting: Lead the annual budget process and provide clear financial analysis, forecasting, and recommendations to executive leadership and the Board.
• Investments & Cash Management: Provide strong leadership over the Port’s investment portfolio, cash management, debt obligations, and financial institution relationships. Investment knowledge and judgment will be particularly important for this position.

• Capital Financial Planning: Participate as a key member of the Port’s Financial Strategy Committee and help evaluate financial capacity, funding strategies, and priorities supporting the Port’s $238.8 million five-year Capital Improvement Plan.
• Business-Oriented Financial Advice: Understand the Port’s commercial operating model, perform financial analysis, and provide strategic recommendations that support sound business decisions, infrastructure investment, and long-term organizational sustainability.

• Procurement & Contracting: Lead the Port’s procurement and contracting functions, while identifying ways to improve responsiveness and efficiency without sacrificing appropriate controls or compliance.
• Internal Customer Service: Build strong relationships with departments including Real Estate, Engineering and Facilities, Maritime Operations, and other business units and ensure Accounting serves as a collaborative organizational partner.

• Tyler ERP Optimization: Continue improving the Port’s use of Tyler ERP, financial reporting, workflows, and system capabilities.
• Process Improvement: Question established practices when appropriate, identify more effective approaches, and support a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

• Develop the Team: Lead, coach, and support a professional Accounting and Procurement team, while creating clear expectations, accountability, and professional growth opportunities.
• Champion Change: Help the organization navigate organizational and operational change with patience, persistence, collaboration, and a positive approach.

The Stockton Port District, also known as Port of Stockton, isa unique inland deepwater port located…