Financial Analyst

Nexus Water Group•Sugarland, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Nexus Water Group is seeking a Financial Analyst I or II in Sugar Land, Texas. The role performs financial and business analyses, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning. It reviews financial and expense performance and evaluates operating-unit rate of return, depreciation, working capital, and investments, while analyzing and projecting trends in revenue, finance, and general business conditions. The position also supports and leads Business Unit rate-case activities, including preparing analyses, rate filings, and responses to discovery requests for state regulatory agencies and commissions. The level (I or II) will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience. The role prepares financial reports and analyses, supports budgets and forecasts, and works with teams across the organization to inform operational and strategic decisions. It also coordinates regulatory reporting and proceedings, maintains regulatory financial accounts and adjustments, and supports compliant accounting and financial processes. Work is primarily office-based, with occasional local travel between company locations. Nexus Water Group serves more than 1.3 million people across 12 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces, employing more than 1,200 professionals who deliver services through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 3 years of accounting and/or finance experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
In-depth understanding of GAAP.
Experience with SAP, Adaptive Insights, SharePoint, and MS Teams.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Time-management skills, including multitasking, prioritization, and attention to detail.
Broad conceptual judgment, initiative, and ability to handle complex accounting issues.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to read and comprehend regulatory financial statements.

Responsibilities

Analyze actual-to-budget, forecast, and year-over-year variances and provide insights and recommendations for management decision-making.
Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and analyses for state operations.
Partner with cross-functional teams to collect, analyze, and communicate financial results supporting operational and strategic objectives.
Develop, maintain, and present financial metrics, trends, and performance analyses for management.
Budget and forecast assigned income statement and capital portfolio components monthly, quarterly, and annually.
Assist in consolidating and maintaining business unit budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
Support and lead regulatory proceedings related to rate changes, revenue requests, and other matters requiring governmental approval.
Prepare and submit regulatory filings, annual reports, and other documentation required by regulatory agencies and commissions.
Coordinate responses to regulatory data requests, discovery requests, and other government-agency inquiries.
Prepare financial analyses, written testimony, and presentation materials for rate cases and regulatory initiatives.
Reconcile, monitor, and track regulatory general ledger accounts and related financial activity across multiple companies.
Implement and coordinate regulatory agency-authorized financial adjustments within company systems and processes.
Use internal databases and analytical tools for qualitative and quantitative analyses, ad hoc reporting, and special financial studies.
Support company accounting principles, practices, policies, and procedures while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Partner with the Vice President of Finance to develop, maintain, and enhance budgeting, forecasting, regulatory, and financial reporting processes.
Collaborate with other departments on business analyses, process improvements, and strategic initiatives.