Director of Accounting

Port of Stockton, CA; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 183,000 - 243,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit package (≈47% of wages)

401(a) retirement with 15% Port aporte

Immediate vesting

Job summary

Port of Stockton is seeking an experienced Director of Accounting to lead accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting, and treasury activities. The role reports to the Deputy Port Director of Administration and supports executive leadership and the Board of Port Commissioners.

The successful candidate will bring extensive public-sector accounting experience, strong technical skills, and collaborative leadership. CPA/CMA desired; Tyler ERP knowledge is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Eight years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including five at management level or higher.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field.
• CPA or CMA desirable; knowledge of Tyler ERP highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting, investments, cash and debt management.
• Oversee auditing and procurement functions.
• Serve as a key financial advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Port Commissioners.

Skills

Public-sector accounting

Financial leadership

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA or CMA desirable

Tools

Tyler ERP

Job description

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, this executive-level position oversees the Port’s accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting, investments, cash and debt management, auditing, and procurement functions, while serving as a key financial advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Port Commissioners. The successful candidate will join the Port during a period of significant organizational investment and growth, including implementation of a $238.8 million five-year Capital Improvement Plan and continued optimization of its Tyler ERP system.

The ideal candidate will bring substantial public-sector financial experience, strong technical expertise, sound judgment, business acumen, and a collaborative leadership style. The Port is looking for someone who is analytical, curious, solution-oriented, comfortable questioning established practices, and able to balance strong financial controls with responsive internal customer service. Candidates should have at least eight years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including five years at the management level or higher, and a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. A CPA or CMA is desirable, and knowledge of Tyler ERP is highly desirable.

The salary range is $183,120 to $242,520 annually, with starting salary based on experience and qualifications. The Port offers a comprehensive benefits package currently valued at approximately 47% of wages, including a 401(a) retirement plan with a 15% Port contribution and immediate vesting.

For questions or inquiries, please contact:

Wesley Herman | [phone] x 337 | [e-mail]

David McDonald | [phone] x 335 | [e-mail]

Rick Armendariz | [phone] x 338 | [e-mail]