Strategic Finance Director - Growth & Compliance Partner

American Water; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water seeks a Director of Finance to lead the finance function for a large state or line of business. You will drive the business planning and forecasting process, financial and management reporting, internal controls, and financial modeling to support growth and value creation.

As a member of the executive management team, you will set strategic direction, evaluate people and processes, and partner with American Water’s leadership on financial matters, including audits, financing, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10 years accounting/financial experience; 5 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Regulated utility experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function for a large state or line of business.
• Drive planning and forecasting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Provide financial analysis, modeling and advisory support for growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with executive management on strategic financial matters and audits.
• Build and manage a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Leadership

Communication

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics

Hyperion

Job description

American Water seeks a Director of Finance to lead the finance function for a large state or line of business. You will drive the business planning and forecasting process, financial and management reporting, internal controls, and financial modeling to support growth and value creation.

As a member of the executive management team, you will set strategic direction, evaluate people and processes, and partner with American Water’s leadership on financial matters, including audits, financing, and