Director, Finance

American Water; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 145,600 - 231,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Life insurance

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

A leading utility company is seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial functions across multiple states. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in finance, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across stakeholders. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, along with significant experience in financial management, and offers a salary range of $145,600 - $231,400.

Qualifications

• 10 years of accounting/financial related experience required.
• 5 years supervisory experience or equivalent required.
• CPA, CMA or CFA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function for multiple states or lines of business.
• Direct business planning, financial reporting, and compliance.
• Build and manage a strong team of finance professionals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Negotiation skills

Planning and organizational skills

Knowledge of USGAAP

Education

Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Hyperion

Oracle

Job description

Overview

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About American Water

American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

Position Information

• Salary: $145,600 - $231,400


• The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity.


• In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more!


• American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!

Primary Role

Lead the finance function for multiple states or lines of business that supports achieving overall American Water goals. For area of responsibility, this role directs the business planning and reforecasting (landing zone) process, financial and management reporting activities, the design and management of internal controls, financial analysis and modeling, rate case support, business development support, and ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. This role is a key strategic leader that supports driving growth for the organization. This role functions as a financial business partner, working cross functionally to communicate, align on best practice, foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Key Accountabilities

• Serve as a key member of the state or LOB executive management team - participating in strategy development and leading the resulting financial plan in order to achieve targets and objectives that support the overall corporate plan


• Coordination and quality of financial reporting - monthly and annual reporting, business planning, monthly reforecasting, and analysis of financial risk


• Evaluation of new business proposals - review financial analysis and modeling of proposed growth opportunities to assure financial viability using appropriate investment and risk appraisal techniques.


• Provide financial guidance and serve as Divisional point of contact for all other finance-related activities - rate filings, external audits, internal audits, financing activities, etc.


• Build and manage a strong team of finance professionals, including coaching, succession planning, etc.


• Other special projects and ad hoc assignments

Knowledge/Skills

• Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills


• Outstanding leadership and relationship building skills


• Ability to communicate and negotiate across and amongst stakeholders


• Must possess financial and general business background with operational knowledge


• Excellent planning and organizational skills


• Advanced knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (USGAAP).


• SAP, Hyperion, Oracle

Experience/Education

• Degree in Business and/or finance. Masters degree preferred.


• Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting or related field required. MBA preferred.


• 10 years of accounting/financial related experience required.


• 5 years supervisory experience or equivalent required.

Certifications/Licenses

• CPA, CMA or CFA preferred

Work Environment

Typical indoor work environment

Travel Requirements

Approximately 10-20% travel.

Competencies

• Prioritizes & Role Models Safety


• Self-Awareness


• Develops Talent


• Plans, Aligns, & Directs


• Drives Engagement


• Decision Quality

EEO

American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.