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Austintexas

Austin Energy Finance Director

Austin Energy Headquarters · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 13 days ago
ComplianceFinancial AnalysisAccountingForecastingBudgetingHRISResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationPublic SpeakingFinancial Reporting

About the role

  • Candidates should be comfortable working in organizations that provide essential public services, where transparency, accountability, and regulatory compliance are key drivers of financial decision making.
  • Duties, Functions, and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following.
  • Prepares, reviews, and recommends rates and prices for AE's services.

Responsibilities

  • Provides financial advice to AE's executive team. Prepares, reviews, and recommends rates and prices for AE's services. Conducts technical financial analysis to support recommendations on rates.
  • Analyzes employee and business needs and develops short- and long-range strategies, goals, and action plans to meet those needs.
  • Develops and monitors the assigned O&M and CIP budgets. Recommends major purchases and expenditures.
  • Develops, prepares, reviews, and presents technical financial information in oral and written communication before the City Council, governmental and regulatory agencies, boards, and commissions.

Requirements

  • Graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for non-managerial/executive experience up to a maximum of two (2) years.
  • Licenses and Certifications Required: None.
  • All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

Nice to have

  • Active CPA License in the State of Texas, or the ability to obtain a Texas CPA license within 12 months of employment.
  • Experience leading professional finance teams within a municipally-owned utility or similar entity.
  • Experience communicating and presenting complex financial concepts and strategies to executive leadership, governing bodies, and other external stakeholders.
  • Experience managing regulatory accounting and/or financial reporting teams, including internal control framework development.
  • Experience in any of the following: cost of service modeling, long-term financial forecasts, and/or capital funding strategies.
  • Notes to Candidate:
  • Schedule: Monday - Friday / 40 hours per week / telework options available.
  • Employment Application:

Skills

  • Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal laws and City ordinances.
  • Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
  • Knowledge of budgeting methods and systems.
  • Knowledge of financial accounting, reporting, and management.
  • Knowledge of financial forecasting methods.
  • Knowledge of electric utility industry financial and operational trends.
  • Skill in oral and written communications.
  • Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
  • Skill in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting applicable research data.
  • Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
  • Ability to train others.
  • Ability to analyze and resolve irregular events.

Compensation

  • Salary is commensurate with experience and the approved salary range.

Benefits

  • Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
  • Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
  • The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation.
  • Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
  • Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.

Company info

  • By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.
  • At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer-we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities.
  • Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.

Equal opportunity

  • City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
  • If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
  • In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
  • EEO Statement for City of Austin:
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