Controller - 25-FAB

Description

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties locations and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform workrelated tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a contract between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.

General

Job Title:ControllerJob Code:OA0002Supervises Directly:YesNew or Revised:RevisedRegular or AtWill:AtWillDate Last Revised:3/12/2025Exempt or NonExempt:ExemptCompensation Approval Signature:Union/ NonUnion:NonUnionDepartment Name and Division:FinanceControllerSalary Schedule:Executive GradeCost Center Code: 300015Grade:ESSBEssential Position:YesReports To:Chief Financial Officer and Executive VicePresidentEEO Code:Officials and AdministratorsWork FormatHybrid

Who We Are & What We Do:

At DC Water we provide more than 700000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water wastewater and stormwater services.DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince Georges counties in Maryland and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia.We aspire to be known for superior service ingenuity and stewardship to advance the health and wellbeing of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision we commit to our shared mission every dayexceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe environmentally friendly and efficient manner.

Role Description:

The Controller directs accounting financial reporting accounts payable and payroll functions and as part of the management team uses accurate financial information to help drive efficiencies and continuous improvement across the organization.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Directs all functions and activities of Accounting Accounts Payable Payroll Financial Reporting and Financial Policies to ensure accounting activities monthly financial statement preparations and closings and yearend financial statement preparation are complete accurate timely submitted and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and standards set by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) as well as federal and local regulations and grant requirements.
• Partners with the CFO to develop and implement financial strategies that enhance operational efficiency optimize financial resources and ensure longterm financial sustainability for DC Water.
• Builds trust across the organization by demonstrating accountability transparency and a commitment to accuracy in all financial matters. Takes ownership of issues working collaboratively across teams to address concerns resolve problems efficiently and implement process improvements.
• Develops and implements strong internal controls throughout DC Waters financial processes and systems to ensure strong audit results. Leads the external audit process ensuring compliance with GASB GAAP and other applicable regulatory standards including Single Audit requirements if applicable. Develops and oversees internal controls to mitigate financial risks and ensures timely implementation of audit recommendations.
• Provides oversight and continuous improvement of DC Waters financial systems (ERP general ledger payroll accounts payable procurement inventory billing fixed assets) ensuring automation efficiency and alignment with industry best practices. Leads process improvements and financial system upgrades to improve efficiency accuracy and reporting capabilities.
• Leads payroll operations with a strong emphasis on accuracy compliance and employee trust. Ensures timely and correct pay for all employees implementing strong internal controls to eliminate errors and prevent payroll disruptions. Directs system improvements policy updates and audit processes to strengthen payroll accuracy and reliability. Ensures full compliance with IRS regulations labor laws and other applicable requirements while proactively resolving payrollrelated concerns and enhancing transparency.
• Oversees accounts payable operations ensuring compliance with DC Waters financial policies timely invoice processing 30day payment goal) and supplier/vendor relationship management. Leads initiatives to improve payment efficiency and minimize late payments.
• Provides leadership in developing supporting and implementing goals in support of DC Waters strategic plan.
• Supports efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of DC Water operations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Provides daily planning and administration in the selection assignment supervision promotion discipline and training of personnel within the unit. Manages and evaluates the progress of the Controllers office towards meeting goals and adjustments in objectives work plans schedules and commitment of resources.

Key Working Relationships:

Serves as a key financial representative for DC Water engaging with internal stakeholders (Finance Procurement Operations) and external entities including the DC Water Board regulatory agencies (EPA local jurisdictions) auditors and financial institutions. Provides strategic insights to enhance financial transparency and accountability.

Skills & Qualifications:

The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Required Experience:Ten 10 years of progressive experience in accounting/finance including seven 7 years of managerial experience.Minimum Education Requirements:Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Management or related field from an accredited college or university.Required Skills:Candidates with extensive government finance utility accounting public sector financial management or largescale enterprise financial operations experience will also be considered.Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.Strong analytical planning and organizational skills.Thorough understanding of financial modeling and generally accepted accounting principles.Proven ability to build trust across an organization by taking ownership of issues working through challenges and ensuring timely resolution of concerns.Demonstrated commitment to accountability transparency and fostering a culture of accuracy and continuous improvement.Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to executive leadership Board members external regulators and crossfunctional teams.Utilizes personal computer and maintains working knowledge of applicable software programs (i.e..MS Office Excel PowerPoint Outlook Teams etc..Required Licenses & Certifications:N/ARequired Languages:EnglishPhysical Requirements:General office conditions.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Experience:Experience presenting financial results audit findings and process improvements to highlevel stakeholders is preferred.Managerial experience as a Controller is preferred.Preferred Education Requirements:Masters Degree preferred.Preferred Licenses & Certifications:Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred.Preferred Skills:N/A

*The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.

Your Experience at DC Water:

At DC Water our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers innovators and problem solvers focused on protecting lifes most precious resource in the nations capital.

• Take pride in your work.We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community.

• Connect to a strong culture.Everything we do is grounded in our shared valuesaccountability trust teamwork customer focus safety and wellbeing.

• Be your true self.We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity and we recognize and celebrate employees individuality and unique contributions.

• Build your skills and career path.We are committed to developing a futureready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

We maintain a drugfree workplace and perform preemployment substance abuse testing

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to

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