Senior Financial Analyst

Company Description

About Veolia North America

A subsidiary of Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste and energy management services, including water, and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has approximately 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. Please visit our website www.veolianorthamerica.com.

Job Description

Pay Rate: $90000 to a maximum $115000 with 10% AIP.

BENEFITS

Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.  Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

Position Purpose: 

We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join our dedicated team and contribute to our continued growth and success in the regulated water sector. This position will play a critical role in supporting the financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities for the regulated water business. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with senior leadership to drive financial performance, ensure compliance, and deliver insightful analysis to inform strategic decisions.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Partner with department heads and senior leadership to collect data, assess assumptions, and provide clear financial guidance on revenue, costs, and capital expenditures.
• Conduct monthly and quarterly variance analysis comparing actual financial results to budgeted figures, identifying key drivers of any discrepancies, and offer recommendations for corrective actions and strategies to improve financial performance.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for senior leadership and department heads, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs), financial trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Continuously assess and improve financial reporting and analysis processes, identifying opportunities for greater efficiency, accuracy, and automation.
• Collaborate with IT and Finance teams to optimize the use of financial systems, software, and data analytics tools for more effective decision-making.
• Provide strategic guidance and recommendations based on financial analysis findings, highlighting risks, opportunities, and areas for optimization to drive business performance and value creation.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop executive-level presentations and strategic planning documents that effectively communicate complex financial concepts and insights.
• Stay informed on industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging best practices in financial management within the regulated utility sector.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, CFA) preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably within the regulated industry (utility or water sector experience highly desirable).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong understanding of utility accounting principles, financial reporting standards, financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, Hyperion, PeopleSoft).
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial concepts to stakeholders.
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines, and delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build relationships.

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.