We are looking for a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling activities that support sound business decisions in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role partners with leaders across operations, legal, and regulatory functions to translate financial data into clear insights, while maintaining alignment with accounting standards and compliance expectations. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, experience in the utilities industry, and the ability to communicate complex findings to executive stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the annual budgeting cycle by coordinating planning materials, compiling input from multiple departments, and evaluating results against targets.<br>• Build and enhance sophisticated financial models that guide strategic planning, scenario evaluation, and long-range decision support within a regulated utility environment.<br>• Produce forward-looking forecasts using multiple assumptions to assess financial performance, potential risks, and business opportunities.<br>• Analyze operating and financial results to uncover trends, explain variances, and recommend practical actions to senior leadership.<br>• Prepare and deliver management reporting that highlights key metrics, business drivers, and performance insights for executive review.<br>• Partner with teams across the organization, including operations, legal, and regulatory affairs, to ensure financial plans reflect current business priorities and obligations.<br>• Strengthen planning processes by identifying inefficiencies, refining methodologies, and introducing best practices that improve accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Monitor financial planning activities for compliance with applicable regulations, internal standards, and relevant accounting frameworks.<br>• Lead, coach, and develop FP&A staff by setting clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and supporting career growth.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our Finance team in Metairie, Louisiana. This role will provide essential support to the VP of Finance & Controller as well as the Finance and IT departments, ensuring smooth operations and organizational efficiency. The ideal candidate will excel in administrative tasks, financial assistance, and communication while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist the VP of Finance & Controller with organizing Board and Committee meetings, including preparing information packets and updating materials in Diligent Board Books.</p><p>• Draft and circulate meeting minutes for approval by Board and Committee members.</p><p>• Prepare business correspondence, memorandums, reports, and forms with attention to detail.</p><p>• Perform daily bank transfers, monitor account balances, and report updates to relevant stakeholders.</p><p>• Serve as an administrator for the banking platform, ensuring roles and responsibilities are accurately maintained.</p><p>• Maintain and update checkbooks in Excel, ensuring accurate daily records for all companies.</p><p>• Coordinate travel, meetings, and appointments for Finance and IT department staff as required.</p><p>• Print operating checks, ensure proper authorization, and file check registers and copies electronically in a timely manner.</p><p>• Assist with requests from independent auditors and support the preparation of letters for state insurance commissioner filings.</p><p>• Handle mailings for Annual and Quarterly Statements and ensure certified mailing processes are completed accurately.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743</p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Vice President of Finance & Accounting</strong> to provide executive-level financial leadership for a portfolio of organizations. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and governing boards, overseeing financial strategy, accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, audits, and long-term planning initiatives. The role also includes leading and developing finance teams, strengthening client relationships, driving operational excellence, and supporting business growth and strategic initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide strategic financial guidance to executive leadership and boards.</li><li>Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.</li><li>Lead audit preparation and regulatory reporting efforts.</li><li>Manage and develop high-performing accounting and finance teams.</li><li>Build strong stakeholder relationships and support business development activities.</li></ul><p><br></p>