Employer: Charleston Water System
Director of Finance
Located in:Charleston, SC
Employment type:Full time Work arrangement:Fully in-office
Salary:$127,212-$216,257/yr
Posted 13 hours ago
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
- 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.
Summary
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.
Position
Supervisor:
Chief Financial Officer
Work Arrangement
Fully in-office
Will not consider remote workers living in a different region.
Organization
Benefits
Excellent Benefits Environmental Focused Stability Work Life Balance
GFOA awards
Certificate of Excellence for Excellence in Financial Reporting (ACFR)
Distinguished Budget Presentation Award