Director, Rates & Regulatory

Director, Rates & Regulatory job description: oversees planning and execution of state rate and regulatory strategy, leads regulatory approval process for acquisitions, and builds and retains a diverse pipeline of talent to enable long-term high performance of the rates and regulatory function.

Requirements

• Recognized as an expert in utility rate and regulation
• Demonstrated ability to influence key stakeholders to drive constructive regulatory policies, procedures, and concepts
• Detailed understanding of state specific regulations and regulatory environment
• Comprehensive and advanced knowledge of US GAAP, accounting requirements and practices of regulatory agencies, state utility rate and regulatory policies/practices and procedures, and technical expertise required in rates or accounting/finance
• Understanding of state specific political and economic factors
• Highly experienced in working with public utility commissions' staff, consumer advocates, and governmental entities
• Proficient at preparing written testimony and delivering oral testimony on complex rate cases issues in multiple jurisdictions
• Experience in managing and coaching direct reports and establishing career development plans
• Experience in matrixed multi-state utility strongly preferred
• 10 years demonstrated results in driving and executing rate cases and regulatory filings in multiple jurisdictions in lead role on multiple rate cases
• 10 years prior accounting/finance related job experience required, including experience with full cycle accounting processes
• 5 years supervisory experience or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or related field MBA in Accounting or Finance preferred
• Certifications & Licenses: Advance certification such as CPA, CMA or Engineering preferred

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance