Senior Financial Analyst

Primary Role

This position supports the Corporate financial planning, analysis, and reporting processes for American Water. This role is a key strategic partner in driving growth for the organization through the use of and interpretation of appropriate financial models.

Responsible for supporting the business planning and reforecasting process through financial analysis, ratio analysis, and operational metric interpretation. This role also requires extensive collaboration with operational and functional business partners and functions as a liaison with line of business leaders on financial matters.

Important Information

Posted range is $68,640-114,660

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.

This position may be eligible for annual incentive pay and you will have the opportunity for continued salary growth. 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!

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!

Key Accountabilities

• Participate in budgeting and reforecasting processes and analysis of financial risk.
• Collaborate with operational and financial business partners to develop budget assumptions and pertinent supporting schedules.
• Participate in monthly and annual financial reporting activities including management reporting, analysis, variance commentary and overall financial performance analysis.
• Collaborate with business to understand key business drivers and operational metrics and deliver effective analysis of results.
• Provide analytical support to all levels of management including performance of the company’s annual and long-term performance plans and ad-hoc reporting.
• Other special projects and ad hoc assignments.

Knowledge/Skills

• Strong financial analysis and analytical skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to recommend and implement process improvements.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on communication and knowledge sharing.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships within finance and with all levels of management.
• Knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• SAP and Oracle Planning experience preferred.

Experience/Education

• Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, accounting, business or a closely related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Advanced degree or CPA, CMA, CFA, or MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of accounting/financial related experience required.
• Regulated utility experience preferred, but not required.

Travel Requirements

• Less than 5%
• Active State Driver's License required with the ability to pass a motor vehicle report.

Competencies