John Gillen, MBA

Experience

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  Deloitte & Touche LLP

  Sept 2009 - Apr 2012

  Audit Senior

  • Primary clients include; The Port Authority of NY & NJ, The City of New York, and the MTA • Performed audit planning including; scoping, risk assessment, preliminary analytics and delegation of tasks• Performed extensive reviews of clients’ accounting systems and reporting processes to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of clients’ internal controls and operating procedures through client interactions, interviews, and follow-up discussions in order to make recommendations for business improvements• Kept audit managers and partners abreast of job status and communicate any issues as they occur• Develop strong problem solving skills through the review, analysis and testing of financial information Show less

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  The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey

  May 2012 - Nov 2023

  • Oversee the preparation and delivery of the annual operating budget for all Port Authority airports (EWR, JFK, LGA, TEB, and SWF) with over $2.6B in annual revenues and $800M in direct operating expenses• Communicate and coordinate with stakeholders to develop budgets and forecasts that are aligned with strategic priorities• Coordinate and prioritize tasks across cross-functional teams to ensure projects are completed accurately within deadlines• Use analytical, writing, and presentation skills to influence and advise decision-making at various levelsProvide financial analysis to support capital planning efforts including financial modeling and long-range forecasting• Work with business partners to gain insight on issues that could affect forecasting and results• Aid in team member development through goal setting, performance reviews, and training to enhance the team's capabilities•Perform cost benefit analysis for various large projects and business development initiatives including the redevelopment of LGA Terminal B and EWR Terminal A• Lead financial representative on the new Flight Fee Agreement at EWR, generating in excess of $250M per year • Manage the Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) program generating in excess of $260M in annual funding• Communicate the results of financial analysis to internal and external stakeholders including airlines, developers, and executive leadership of the Port Authority Show less

  • Senior Finance Manager - Aviation FP&A

    Mar 2015 - Nov 2023

  • Senior Audit Supervisor - World Trade Center Construction

    Nov 2013 - Mar 2015

  • Senior Accounting Supervisor

    May 2012 - Nov 2013
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  Unison Consulting, Inc.

  Nov 2023 - now

  Director