Company Overview
Global Water Resources, Inc. is a leading water resource management company that owns and operates 39 systems which provide water, wastewater, and recycled water service. Global Water recycles over 1 billion gallons of water annually with 19.8 billion gallons recycled since 2004.
Global Water has been recognized for its highly effective implementation of Total Water Management (TWM). TWM is an integrated approach to managing the entire water cycle that involves owning and operating water, wastewater and recycled water utilities within the same geographic area in order to maximize the beneficial use of recycled water. It enables smart water management programs such as remote metering infrastructure and other advanced technologies, rate designs, and incentives that result in real conservation. TWM helps protect water supplies in water-scarce areas experiencing population growth.
The company’s service areas are located primarily in growth corridors around metropolitan Phoenix and Tucson. Global Water owns and operates water and wastewater utilities in the state of Arizona serving more than 110,000 people. Global Water is a private utility traded on the Nasdaq under the ticker GWRS.
In addition to competitive wages and an excellent benefits package, you will have the opportunity to join a talented team committed to the values of exceptional service to customers, both internal and external. Global Water supports the growth and development of our employees. Headquarters are in North Phoenix, AZ, and we are looking for a dynamic professional to join our team.
DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB
Global Water is searching for an Accountant (Staff or Senior title, pending applicant experience) to support the accounting team with executing the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accountant is responsible for preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts. This person will also work closely with the Controller and CFO to support Treasury operations, including review of daily cash activity, developing 13-week cash flow forecasts, and serving as a point of contact for banking partners. The accountant will work directly with the Accounting Manager on continuous improvement initiatives as they automate and streamline processes and will make recommendations for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
· Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, as assigned
- Senior Accountants can expect to handle more complicated or significant accounting issues
- Senior Accountants will also review, approve and post items prepared by Staff
· Assist with preparation of budgets and forecasts, including 13-week cash flow forecasts
· Monitor bank exceptions and resolve discrepancies
· Manage operating cash and initiate wire and ACH payments, as needed
· Serve as the primary point of contact for banking partners, where needed
· Organize and lead continuous improvement projects, collaborating with other departments and team members
· Perform trend analyses, highlighting risks and opportunities
· Assist Regulatory department with Rate Review applications and data requests
· Prepare and review supporting schedules for the external audit team
· Perform additional duties, as assigned.
· Ability to self-review, multi-task and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines, while maintaining accurate results
· Must have a strong understanding of GAAP
· Perform all aspects of work with a high degree of accuracy, effectiveness, and efficiency
· Must have a solid ability and confidence to challenge assumptions and make suggestions to improve process and facilitate growth
· Display excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate within all levels of operations and financial management
· Ability to work independently as well as collaborate as part of a team and take on new tasks with increasing level of difficulty
· Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel (XLOOKUPS, SUMIFS, pivot tables, queries, etc.)
· Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP a plus
· Experience with regulated utility accounting, including NARUC Uniform System of Accounts, is desirable
· Technical accounting, financial reporting, or SOX experience a plus
Minimum Requirements:
Formal Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA, CMA and/or Master’s degree a plus).
Experience: 0-5 years of progressively increasing responsibility. Professional experience in accounting, financial reporting, audit and SOX controls OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Public and private company mix desired. Certified Public Accountant preferred. Experience working with finance and accounting software packages (Oracle Fusion Cloud experience a plus).
Communication: Excellent oral and written communication. Work requires the ability to write e-mails, reports, memos, and keep accurate records.
Managerial: Currently, the position has no direct reports; however, has the responsibility for directing others as it relates to all month-end close activities and may provide advice, direction, or training to an employee with less experience or skill.
Social Skills: Must act in a respectful, knowledgeable, and professional manner. Work requires regular interaction involving exchange and receipt of complex information; adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions; trying to reconcile differences; actively looking for ways to help people and the Company be successful. Will interact with employees at all levels and will represent the Company externally.
Physical Demands: Must be able to perform the following on a regular basis: Sitting for long periods of time; long periods of time with repetitive motions of hands and fingers; close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional: Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills, plus excellent organization skills. Additional experience in the corporate environment, including the preparation of financial statements, preparation of technical memos, evaluation of SOX controls, budget/forecast development and analysis, and project management, would be valuable to the role.
Core Values: Applicant must understand, identify with, and adhere to the Global Water Core Values:
1. Believe in the Mission and Each Other
2. Be Disciplined: People, Thought, and Action
3. Take Ownership
4. Maintain a Positive Mindset
General: Must have satisfactory outcome of drug testing, criminal record checks, motor vehicle record, and employment records prior to starting employment.
Licenses: Must have a valid Arizona driver’s license.
Location: Position will be located at North Phoenix Corporate Headquarters.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Global Water Resources, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
Ability to Commute:
- Phoenix, AZ 85027 (Required)
Work Location: In person
