Manager, Regulatory Finance
H2O America · Canyon Lake, TX · 3 wk ago
FinanceFull-time
Position Summary
The Manager, Regulatory Finance (Texas) is responsible for supporting financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and rate filings while integrating regulatory considerations specific to the Texas utility environment. This role sits within the Finance organization and partners closely with Accounting, FP&A, and the Texas regulatory team.
Responsibilities
- Accountable for financial components of rate cases and regulatory filings, including development of revenue requirements, financial schedules, and supporting analysis
- Partner with the Regulatory team to ensure financial data is accurate and aligned, while maintaining ownership within Finance for modeling and financial inputs
- Analyze financial impacts of rate case outcomes and regulatory decisions
- Perform financial modeling related to capital investments, infrastructure planning, and regulatory recovery mechanisms
- Evaluate the financial impact of regulatory mechanisms (e.g., surcharges, riders, rate adjustments)
- Support analysis related to financing, capital structure, and cross-functional initiatives
- Provide insights to support business decisions and financial strategy in partnership with the internal FP&A team, Chief Accounting Officer, and other relevant stakeholders; ensure alignment between actual results, forecasts, and financial plans
- Incorporate regulatory assumptions (rate recovery, capital investment, ROE) into financial models
- Support compliance with Texas regulatory orders and requirements
- Monitor PUCT activity and assist in assessing potential financial impacts
- Contribute to process improvements in financial modeling, forecasting, and regulatory support workflows
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or financial planning
- Experience with Texas utility regulation (PUCT), including exposure to rate cases, filings, or regulatory financial modeling
- Required experience in a regulated utility environment
- Solid understanding of utility financial concepts (rate base, cost of service, ROE)
- Knowledge of Texas regulatory frameworks and financial implications
- Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
- Effective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities