Financial Analyst II

Essential Utilities Corporation•Bryn Mawr, PA

24d•Hybrid

About The Position

Essential Utilities, Inc. delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities. Operating as the Aqua (water and wastewater services) and the Peoples and Delta (natural gas) brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states. We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status - including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as well as a commitment to career growth opportunities. We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint. Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S. Are you looking for a fantastic career at Essential? We have a great opportunity for a Financial Analyst II based out of Bryn Mawr, PA (Hybrid). The Financial Analyst II serves as a key resource within the Corporate Development team and has responsibilities including financial analysis to support the Company's municipal acquisition program, as well as other growth and corporate development initiatives. This role will support the Vice President of Corporate Development in business development endeavors across Aqua's and Peoples' footprint and have executive-level visibility within the Company.

Requirements

Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, and financial analysis (income, cash flow and balance sheets).
Proficient in financial modeling (Discounted Cash flow, Accretion / dilution, Comparable companies)
Expertise with Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong interpersonal, leadership, and organization skills.
Strong investigative skills required to research issues, interpret facts, and provide explanations verbally and in writing
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, listening, and public speaking including the ability to develop and conduct effective presentations to the executive management).
Minimum 2 years' experience in M&A or financial analysis.
Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, mathematics, accounting, engineering, or related field.

Nice To Haves

Experience with regulated utilities is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead valuation analysis in support of bids for water and wastewater assets.
Prepare projections, returns, and accretion/dilution analysis to ensure acquisitions meet Company standards and financial criteria.
Assist in preparing bid submissions.
Prepare marketing materials to facilitate engagement with prospective acquisition targets.
Work with state BD director and controller to prepare materials for the Essential Utilities' Investment Committee.
Manage due diligence as part of potential acquisition opportunities or divestiture opportunities.
Monitor the competitive landscape to understand competitors' bid strategies.
Manage the closing process for completed acquisitions or divestitures.
Assist in preparing materials for Essential's Board of Directors.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive financial and strategic information, with a strong sense of responsibility in maintaining confidentiality of company data and business development initiatives.