Manager-Financial Reporting

San Antonio Water System•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Manager-Financial Reporting plans, directs, and manages the preparation and communication of SAWS' monthly, quarterly, annual, capital program, and regulatory financial information. The position is responsible for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), external financial audits, financial statement disclosures, and capital program reporting. It oversees reporting processes, coordinates external audits, and ensures compliance with applicable accounting and reporting standards. Serving as a strategic liaison among Financial Services, Engineering, executive leadership, external auditors, and regulatory stakeholders, the manager supports accurate, transparent, and timely financial reporting. The position leads the Financial Reporting function, supervises assigned staff, and supports reporting for a consolidated entity with approximately $1 billion in annual revenues, $10 billion in assets, and an annual capital program exceeding $600 million. Work is primarily in an office environment and may require working outside the daytime schedule, including nights and weekends.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
Six years of experience in financial reporting and/or financial analysis, governmental accounting, or related activities.
Three years of supervisory experience.
Proficient PC skills in financial, word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
Ability to analyze, interpret, and communicate complex financial and operational data, identify trends and risks, and provide actionable recommendations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with executive leadership, governmental agencies, consultants, customers, and other stakeholders.
Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing, to technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to develop and assess internal controls, communicate their effectiveness, and recommend improvements to mitigate financial and operational risks.
Ability to understand and evaluate complex data, system interfaces, and reporting processes across financial, budgeting, project management, and other enterprise systems.
Ability to research, analyze, and respond effectively to complex financial inquiries, audit requests, and stakeholder concerns.
Ability to manage aggressive deadlines, coordinate multiple priorities, and delegate appropriately.
Ability to demonstrate high standards of ethical conduct, leadership, teamwork, positive attitude, initiative, and problem-solving.
Ability to develop and present executive-level reports, dashboards, and financial analyses supporting organizational decision-making.
Visual acuity, speech, and hearing are required; the position involves sitting for long periods.

Nice To Haves

Experience preparing financial statements for a governmental entity or utility.
Experience with financial software applications.
Knowledge of GAAP, GASB, and financial reporting requirements.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) certification.
Master's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Selects, supervises, trains, develops, and evaluates assigned staff.
Forecasts, allocates, and monitors human, physical, and financial resources for the Division.
Applies generally accepted business management, accounting, and public administration principles and practices.
Manages preparation, review, and publication of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including the ACFR, related financial schedules, and disclosures.
Interprets and applies FASB and GASB accounting and reporting standards using GAAP.
Develops, implements, and monitors financial reporting internal controls to support compliance with GAAP, GASB, and external audit requirements.
Coordinates with Treasury staff to ensure consistency among financial statements, debt disclosures, and investor communications.
Manages the external audit process, including preliminary and final fieldwork, and serves as the external audit point of contact.
Develops financial dashboards and presentations communicating financial results, trends, and strategic insights.
Prepares and presents financial reporting, audit results, and capital program performance information to executive leadership, the Board of Trustees, and other stakeholders.
Directs preparation, review, and publication of monthly, quarterly, and annual Capital Improvement Program (CIP) reports.
Develops and maintains CIP reporting standards, performance measures, and schedules.
Ensures consistency and accuracy across CIP reports, approved capital budgets, financial records, project forecasts, funding plans, and other financial disclosures.
Reviews CIP budgets, expenditures, commitments, and project forecasts for accurate reporting and compliance with approved appropriations.
Evaluates and reports on capital funding sources, including cash financing, debt proceeds, impact fees, grants, and other mechanisms.
Monitors and reports on capitalized labor, capitalization percentages, and project costing metrics to support accurate assignment of costs between capital and operating activities.
Establishes strategic priorities, performance metrics, and development plans for the Financial Reporting function in alignment with organizational goals.
Leads cross-functional initiatives with Financial Services, Engineering, Information Services, and other departments to improve reporting consistency and data governance.
Establishes quality assurance standards and review procedures for financial and capital program reporting.
Provides leadership, coaching, and professional development to strengthen the team's expertise in financial reporting, accounting standards, data analytics, and business communication.
Establishes data governance practices to improve financial and capital program data reliability, consistency, and transparency.
Collaborates with Information Services and other departments to improve financial data integration, reporting architecture, and information accessibility.
Monitors emerging reporting, technology, and industry practices to inform process and control improvements.
Maintains documentation of reporting processes, procedures, internal controls, and reporting methodologies for operational continuity and audit requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.