Senior Director, Accounting

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight to the General, Regulatory, and Management & Services (M&S) accounting teams.
• Ensure accurate and timely execution of all accounting activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Manage regulatory accounting entries, assets/liabilities roll-forwards, and deferred cost tracking in accordance with ASC 980.
• Support Rates and Regulatory Affairs (RRA) during rate case proceedings with financial data and analysis.
• Partner with FP&A, Tax, and business unit leaders to provide accounting insights for budgeting and forecasting.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and manage the annual audit process.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across accounting functions.
• Strengthen the internal control environment in partnership with Internal Control and Compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 10-15 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Proven experience managing accounting teams and leading month-end/year-end close processes in a multi-entity environment.
• Deep expertise in US GAAP and IFRS, specifically regarding ASC 980 (Regulated Operations).
• Experience with the implementation of State Public Utility Commission Rate Orders.
• Strong ability to influence C-suite executives and diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Business Administration (MBA).
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $200,000 to $225,000 per year.
• Eligible for up to 20% annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer sponsorship.
• Flexible Time Off (Vacation), 11 observed holidays, and 56 hours of sick leave.
• Tuition reimbursement and paid volunteering opportunities.

About the Company

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider. We offer a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, helping commercial, industrial, healthcare, and municipal customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia employs more than 10,000 people across more than 350 locations.