Accounting Director

Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.
"Nexus" means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.

• Paid Time Off: Starting at 3 weeks annually along with 11 company-paid holidays.
• Health and W include company provided life insurance and Employee Assistance Program just to name a few. Wellness Benefits: The first day of the month after your start, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well.
• 401(k) Program with Matching Contribution: We offer a 100% match on contributions up to 4% of your salary, plus an additional 3% employer contribution.
• Grow With Us: Professional development opportunities through training, professional certifications, and education allowance.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include company provided life insurance and Employee Assistance Program just to name a few.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable

Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions:

* Manage and oversee corporate accounting

* Review and approve journal entries

* Oversee internal and external monthly and quarterly reporting to management, shareholders, and creditors

* Assist with preparation and review of the various Company financial statements and related disclosures

* Lead role in coordination of the external audit of the various Company financial statements ensuring that audit is

completed in a timely manner

* Perform technical accounting research and provide guidance to support the Company including surrounding the

adoption of relevant Accounting Standard Updates.

* Ensure that financial records are maintained in compliance with GAAP as well as regulatory and Company

policies

* Assist with and support rate cases filed in various jurisdictions

* Participate in due diligence efforts for acquisition targets and purchase price accounting for closed transactions

* Focus on maintaining strong internal controls to ensure integrity of data

* Lead role in determining potential improvements in processes, including monthly close

* Participate in continuous documentation of accounting policies and procedures

* Manage direct reports, establish goals and core competencies for each year and monitor and advise on the

progress to enhance the staff's professional development * Undertake special projects and/or assignments as required by senior management including financial modeling, regulatory research, etc. * Other duties as assigned

Education:

Accounting degree

Experience:

Minimum of eight years direct accounting experience requiring a thorough knowledge of accounting theory and practice as it relates to accounting systems, policies, procedures and reporting methods. At least five years of supervisory experience

Computer Skills:

Moderate to advanced knowledge of standard office spreadsheet, data and word processing programs.

Certifications &Licenses:

CPA license preferred with strong knowledge of GAAP.

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law.
We are an E-Verify participating employer.