Alliance Resource Consulting LLC

  • Director of Accounting

  • Port of Stockton, CA
  • Stockton, California United States View Map

Summary

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

Job Description

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.

Job Requirements

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.

Special Instructions

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Additional Information

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.

Applications are due September 21, 2026. First-round interviews are anticipated during the week of October 12, with second-round interviews to follow shortly thereafter. Apply online at www.alliancerc.com.

For questions or inquiries, please contact:

Wesley Herman | (562) 901-0769 x 337 | wherman@alliancerc.com

David McDonald | (562) 901-0769 x 335 | dmcdonald@alliancerc.com

Rick Armendariz | (562) 901-0769 x 338 | rarmendariz@alliancerc.com

Phone

(562) 901-0769
Alliance Resource Consulting LLC

Alliance Resource Consulting LLC

(562) 901-0769

Alliance Resource Consulting is considered one of the premier public sector executive recruiting firms in the country. Our company motto “The Power of Partnership” is taken seriously at ALLIANCE and carries a reputation of providing service and building lasting relationships by placing the highest quality candidates throughout the United States.

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