Manager of Finance

Georgia Ports Authority; Savannah (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Ports Authority is seeking a Manager of Finance - Benefits to lead financial analysis and reporting for defined benefit and defined contribution plans, medical and retiree benefits, and compensation programs. The role supports audits, budgets, and month-end close while upholding GPA values.

You will partner with HR and the executive team on complex analyses, track financial status against forecasts, and help optimize benefit plans.

Qualifications

• Senior financial management experience; 4–6 years required.
• Experience in Board level reporting preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate financial aspects of defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
• Support compensation and retirement program analyses with HR and Exec team.
• Assist with annual budgeting and annual audits and close processes.
• Prepare month-end reporting for benefit plans and related schedules.
• Develop predictive financial models to aid decision making.
• Support ERP and financial systems implementation and process reviews.

Skills

Communication skills

GASB knowledge

Strong analytical ability

Education

MBA or CPA certification

Four-year college degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Workday

Job description

Under the supervision of the General Manager of Finance - Benefits, the Manager of Finance manages Georgia Ports Authority financial analysis and financial reporting for the defined benefit, defined contribution, medical, retiree benefits, and compensation plans. This position also supports all audits, budgets, financial analysis, and month end close processes.

Upholds the values of the GPA to promote Safety, Integrity, Respect, Community, Creativity and Opportunity. Promotes a safe work environment by participating in safety initiatives and reporting unsafe conditions and behaviors.

JOB DUTIES:

• Evaluate all financial aspects of the defined benefit plan, OPEB and defined contribution plan. With GM of Finance, oversees third parties who support the benefit plans including but not limited to 3rd party investment organizations and actuaries.
• Support and partner with Human Resources and Executive Team on complex financial analysis related to compensation and retirement programs.
• Support and prepare financial analysis for Benefits and Human Resources on misc. benefits including but not limited to medical and retiree benefits.
• Support the annual budgeting and planning process.
• Support annual financial audit. Provide supporting documentation and schedules in preparation of The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report as needed.
• Review and post month end journal entries. Prepare month-end reporting for all benefit plans as required.
• Support the annual benefit and OPEB audits.
• Track and determine financial status by analyzing actual results in comparison with forecasts/budgets.
• Develop predictive financial models/cost estimates to support complex organizational decision-making.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis/special projects as requested by CFO.
• Support ERP and financial systems implementation/process review.
• Improve processes and create efficiencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Must be proficient with the use of personal computers.
• Knowledge of Excel required.
• Knowledge of Workday desired.
• Familiarity with GASB desired.
• Good oral and written communications skills necessary.
• Ability to deal effectively and professionally with the GPA staff on all levels as well as customers and the general public required.

Experience

• 4-6 years in a senior financial management position Required
• Experience in Board level reporting Preferred

Education

• Preferred Four year college degree in Accounting, Finance or related filed
• Required MBA/CPA certification

Licenses & Certifications

• TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential Required
• Driver's License - Valid state driver's license Required

Note: This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, job requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or to require the performance of different or additional tasks. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and without direct threat to the health or safety of others.

Revised: 10/5/2026

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