Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

At the Port of New Orleans, our mission is to drive economic prosperity throughout our tri‑parish jurisdiction:
Jefferson, Orleans and St. Bernard. We collaborate with state and local partners to ensure that we can continue to be a vital link to the world for businesses and consumers throughout Louisiana and beyond.

Port NOLA seeks a detail‑oriented and analytical Accountant 3 to support the organization's financial planning, accounting, and reporting functions. This role is responsible for developing and monitoring the annual budget, managing inventory accounting and reconciliations, preparing accurate financial reports, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and GASB standards. The ideal candidate will collaborate across departments to analyze financial performance, support the annual external audit, improve accounting processes, and provide strategic financial insights that support sound business decisions.

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential, along with a commitment to accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

We're looking for a financial professional who thrives on analysis, collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you’re ready to make an impact, apply today to join the Port!

• Five years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking;
• Six years of full‑time experience in any field plus twenty‑four semester hours in accounting plus two years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking;
• A bachelor’s degree with twenty‑four semester hours in accounting plus two years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking;
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, economics, or statistics plus two years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking;
• An advanced degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, economics, quantitative methods, or statistics plus one year of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking;
• Possession of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.

• Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full‑time work experience in any field.
• The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

• Lead Financial Planning & Budget Management: Develop and manage the annual budget and financial plan, perform revenue forecasting and cost analysis, monitor monthly financial performance, analyze budget variances, and provide strategic financial recommendations to support organizational goals.
• Oversee Accounting, Inventory & Financial Reporting: Manage the inventory accounting process, reconcile inventory and bank accounts, prepare journal entries, support month‑end and year‑end close activities, and ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and GASB standards.
• Support Audits & Drive Process Improvement: Coordinate annual external audits by preparing work papers and supporting documentation, conduct accounting research and analysis, and contribute to the development and implementation of improved accounting processes, controls, and financial practices.

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment

Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Accountant 3

Work Schedule: The position consists on working a forty (40) hour work week (Monday – Friday)

Port NOLA offers competitive benefits that prioritize safety, health and wellness for our employees. Employees have access to the following benefits:

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Medical and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance options
• Long Term Disability Plan
• State of Louisiana LASERS state pension program
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457…