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Description

About the role:

Reporting to the Finance Manager in the Chief Security Office’s (CSO) Resource Management & Planning (RMP) Department, the Principal Financial Analyst will assist with the preparation and analysis of the Civilian Security units’ financial and budget reports to ensure optimum utilization of funds and resources. The RMP Finance group provides support to all CSO departments, including the Port Authority Police Department. The civilian security budget totals over $150 million and includes the Office if the Chief Security Office, Security Operations and Program Department, Security Technology and Programs Department, Quality Assurance and Inspections, Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Rescue Training Center, and Resource Management & Planning.

Responsibilities:

The Principal Financial Analyst is responsible for overall budget development and regular financial reporting, including:

+ Leading the development of the multi-year annual budget submission for civilian security units;

+ Regular reporting and analysis of expenses, including variance analysis and identification of spending trends, in addition to reviewing civilian overtime performance and CSO grant revenue for internal management, flagging any discrepancies or areas of concern;

+ Acting as a liaison between CSO civilian security departments and Management & Budget Department (MBD);

+ Reviewing and updating the year-end estimate on at least a quarterly basis with input from project leads in the civilian security units;

+ Ensuring that financial coding is accurate, accruals are submitted by units timely and accurately, and that deferrals are properly reported;

+ Completing special analysis and seeking opportunities to improve reports and tools to promote efficiency and ensure the best use of the Agency’s financial resources.

+ Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate meetings, and presentations across multiple business units.

+ Record key takeaways, track action items, and ensure timely follow-up and accountability.

+ Support leadership in preparing for executive meetings, performance reviews, or project briefings.

+ Promote effective communication and collaboration among team members, stakeholders, and leadership.

+ Assist with other projects, initiatives, and responsibilities as assigned by departmental leadership to support evolving operational needs.

Additional Information:

NOTE: The selected candidate will be required to undergo a background investigation conducted by the Port Authority Police Department (PAPD)

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or related field

+ At least 2 years of experience completing analyses, reports, management presentations, and/or other analytical products

+ Demonstrated ability with interpreting and analyzing capital and operating budgets, identifying trends and issues, and proposing/implementing solutions

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills, and attention to detail

+ Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

+ Experience in preparing and delivering professional presentations.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs, including Excel, Word, PowerBiand PowerPoint.

Desired Qualifications:

+ Experience using PeopleSoft, BudgetPro and/or SAP systems

+ Ability to manage and complete multiple projects and tasks simultaneously

+ Ability to present detailed information in a clear, concise, and logical manner

+ Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

Selection Process

The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview

for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s).

Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a

background check.

Compensation & Benefits

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offer a competitive benefits package,

hybrid work options for many positions, and a professional environment that supports

development and recognizes achievement.

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opportunities.

REQNUMBER: 63682