Description
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED THROUGH SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026
APPLY ONLINE: WWW.CHARLESTONWATER.COM
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for the management and development of the finance and billing functions for Charleston Water System. Responsibilities include monthly financial statement reporting, monthly billing of all CWS customers, and coordination of all special projects. This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and requires regular interaction with other Officers and Managers at CWS.
Essential Functions:
Manage, coordinate and supervise all finance and billing operations and functions including all personnel and office functions.
Ensure financial policies are established and enforced in accordance with (GAAP) generally accepted accounting principles. Monitor all GASB and FASB Standard changes and updates which may apply to CWS.
Write and maintain all Financial Services and Billing Department policies, procedures, and standard operating instructions.
Responsible for the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) & Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) for submission to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) awards program.
Coordinate the development of the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system and the customer information System (CIS) as they relate to financial reporting or the billing functions.
Manages the finance and billing staff for all new software implementation, development & upgrades projects such as the Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance & Operations (ERP) System and Customer Information System (CIS).
Verify all wire investment transfers and internal transfers between accounts.
Represents CWS at the South Carolina Other Retirement Benefits Employer Trust (SC ORBET) which is responsible for CWS’ financial reporting and planning purposes.
Work directly with wholesale and purchased capacity customers in communicating rate changes and providing feedback.
Perform analytical studies as required to study the financial and economic implications of varied business strategies.
Establish long-term financial plans which include the development of water/wastewater retail & wholesale volumetric rates, capital charges, impact fees and other related rate studies.
Develops and implements methods for financial analysis by utility, forecasting revenues and expenditures.
Develop an annual budget for efficient operation of the department.
Assists and participates with the Executive Officers in preparation of the revenue bond documents and presentations for the Commissioners, City Council, and the rating agencies.
Serve as liaison to the CWS external audit team and the external auditors in the preparation of the audited financial statements including the Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A).
Regular attendance is required.
Job performance must conform to all CWS policies and procedures.
Required knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System Policy and Procedures.
Additional Duties
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Physical Requirements, Activities, and Working Conditions
Sedentary work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and /or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Objects greater than 50 lbs. require a two-person operation.
Ability to effectively use personal computers with printer; typewriter; telephone; calculator; copy machine; fax machine; two-way radio; microfiche with reader and printer; and assigned software.
Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of written and oral communication with internal and external customers and staff.
Ability to identify, reach and handle documents as required to perform the essential job functions and to maintain an accurate record keeping system.
Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of written and oral communications with customers and staff.
Ability to perform tasks during extended periods while seated or standing.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting or Finance and seven (7) years of financial management experience, preferably in the utility industry. Experience must be progressively responsible and diverse financial management & customer billing experience with at least three (3) years’ experience as a supervisor.
Knowledge of financial and statistical analytical techniques.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and practices.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, rate model and performance scorecard software.
Strong understanding of FASB & GASB standards including GFOA best practices.
Knowledge of governmental utility accounting & finance practices.
Knowledge of bond ordinances, IRS regulations, federal banking regulations and the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB), and Electronic Municipal Market Access (EMMA) requirements for municipal bonds.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.
Special training upon hire to include Leadership training.
Licenses, Certifications, Registrations
There are no special designations required for this position.
Training Needs:
OSHA and Departmental safety training as required.
Skills Based Training.
Standard Operating Instruction (SOI) per department requirements.
ISO 14001 standards for department and company.
See Department Competency and Training Matrix for this position.
Potential Career Path:
ELIGIBILITY FOR PROMOTION TO VARIOUS POSITIONS THROUGHOUT THE COMMISSION DEPENDS UPON INDIVIDUAL QUALIFICATIONS, AND NOTED JOB PROGRESSIONS ARE NO GUARANTEE OF CAREER PATH TO THESE OR ANY OTHER JOB(S) AT THE COMMISSION.
Chief Financial Officer
