Regulatory Finance Leader — Utilities & Rate Cases

Veolia Environnement SA; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Veolia North America seeks a Manager, Regulatory Business - Utilities, to lead rate-case filings and regulatory projects. You will serve as project manager, prepare exhibits and testimony, and supervise outside consultants while coordinating with regulators and stakeholders.

The role requires strong leadership, advanced regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines. CPA or advanced degree is a plus, with travel for regulatory proceedings as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years utility accounting or relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience in rate setting regulatory procedures.
• Master's degree and/or CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as project manager for rate case filings and regulatory projects, including planning, preparation, and timely presentation.
• Prepare and review exhibits and testimony for rate cases; serve as expert witness in hearings and negotiated proceedings.
• Develop analysis for rate case filing decisions, including review of financial performance, capital plans, and timing.
• Participate in cross-examination development and assist attorneys in brief preparation.
• Supervise and advise outside consultants in preparing evidence for regulatory bodies.
• Maintain consistent Company positions across cases by reviewing exhibits, testimony, and interrogatory responses.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with regulatory agency staff, consultants, auditors, and public advocates.
• Summarize rate case orders and regulatory pronouncements, identifying required Company actions.
• Stay current on utility rate setting processes, statutory revisions, and Commission policy changes.
• Demonstrate team leadership and mentor junior staff.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and meet strict internal and external deadlines.
• Maintain well-organized files for rate cases, filings, and projects.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Regulatory testimony

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or related field

Master's degree and/or CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Google Workspace

PeopleSoft

PowerPlan

Job description

Veolia North America seeks a Manager, Regulatory Business - Utilities, to lead rate-case filings and regulatory projects. You will serve as project manager, prepare exhibits and testimony, and supervise outside consultants while coordinating with regulators and stakeholders.

The role requires strong leadership, advanced regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines. CPA or advanced degree is a plus, with travel for regulatory proceedings as needed.