Lead, Financial Analyst

Requisition :  110421 Share Our Purpose.  Be Yourself.  Feel Valued. People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career.  Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.

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About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations.  

American Water’s approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

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Primary Role This job is a Lead-level Financial Analyst who develops recommendations through strategic analysis, ensures accurate financial planning, and provides valuable insights that influence key business decisions for American Water’s Regulated Business. The individual will work closely with cross-functional teams including State Finance Leadership, Operations, and Regulatory Services to optimize financial planning to support business growth and achievement of business objectives.

Critical financial functions for this role include budgeting, forecasting, analysis, financial modeling, benchmarking, and planning governance. As a Lead Financial Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in preparing complex financial estimates, using analytic tools to interpret financial results, and developing financial models that support the company’s long-term objectives. This individual must have an advanced ability to communicate financial analysis, results, forecasts and projections to all levels within the organization from Operations to Executive Leadership.

Important Information Posted range is $, 380

The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity.

This position may be eligible for annual incentive pay and you will have the opportunity for continued salary growth. In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more!  

American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!

In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k),Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock…