Vice President of Administration and Finance

Atlantic County Utilities Authority
Any Location, NJ
Category Administration
Job Description
Role Overview

Directs ACUA's debt and capital financing activities, coordinates with financial advisors, and oversees the Authority's annual financial audit process. Develops financial strategy, policies, and long-range forecasts that support the Authority's goals and financial sustainability.

What You Will Do

Monitors capital funding and expenditure, ensures compliance with financing requirements, and oversees the related financing, reimbursement, billing, and reporting processes. Leads development of annual operating and capital budgets, presents recommendations to the President and Board, and directs corrective action on significant variances.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Requires a strong leader with knowledge of governmental financial management, GAAP, GASB standards, and New Jersey requirements governing authority finances. Must be able to analyze complex financial information, assess risk, and develop strategies, forecasts, and funding recommendations that support ACUA's operations, capital needs, and long-term financial sustainability.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, or Accounting
  • Valid credential as a Registered Municipal Accountant or Certified Public Accountant issued by the New Jersey State Board of Accountancy, or as a Certified Municipal Finance Officer issued by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, Division of Local Government Services
  • At least five years of supervisory financial management experience involving accounting, budgeting, financial analysis, strategy, reporting, and debt management
  • Experience working with state agencies and boards governing Authority financial activities, including the Local Finance Board and Department of Community Affairs
  • Experience directing and coordinating permanent financing, including presentations to rating agencies, insurers, and bondholders
  • Valid New Jersey driver's license in good standing
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