Finance Manager

We are a dedicated team of employees and partners serving more than 300,000 people. The time is now to find a great career opportunity at Central States Water Resources!

Are you the type of person who likes to understand the story behind the numbers?

CSWR is seeking a Finance Manager who will partner directly with operational leaders to uncover insights, improve financial performance, and support strategic decision‑making. This is not a traditional desk‑only finance role. You'll spend time working with field teams, visiting sites, and learning firsthand what drives business results.

We're looking for someone who is curious, analytical, and eager to make an impact in a growing organization.

• Partner with regional managers and field teams to understand operational activities and the financial impact behind them.
• Conduct site visits and ride‑alongs to gain firsthand knowledge of how our business operates.
• Analyze financial results and identify the drivers behind cost fluctuations and performance trends.
• Support forecasting and reforecasting efforts to improve financial visibility and accuracy.
• Investigate variances between actual and expected results and provide actionable recommendations.
• Help evaluate capital projects and provide insight into project costs, timing, and financial impact.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Finance teams to solve problems and improve business performance.
• Prepare financial analyses, reports, and presentations that support key business decisions.
• Challenge assumptions, ask thoughtful questions, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects as the company continues to grow.
• All other duties as assigned.

• You enjoy solving problems and digging into the details.
• You're comfortable working with people outside of Finance.
• You like understanding how a business operates, not just reviewing spreadsheets.
• You're naturally curious and aren't afraid to ask questions.
• You take ownership of your work and follow through on commitments.
• You can explain financial concepts in a way that others understand.

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, or a related field.

3-6 years of experience in Finance, FP&A, Consulting, Operations Finance, Business Analysis, or a related field.

Strong Excel and analytical skills.

Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.

Ability to translate operational activities into financial insights and recommendations.

• Experience working closely with operations teams.
• Exposure to capital projects, transaction support, or strategic financial analysis.
• Experience in a fast‑growing, entrepreneurial, or consulting environment.
• Travel up to 20-30% based on business needs.

At CSWR, you'll have the opportunity to work directly with business leaders, gain exposure to all aspects of the organization, and make a meaningful impact from day one.

We value curiosity, accountability, collaboration, and continuous growth. If you're looking for a role where you can build your finance career while helping drive business decisions, we'd love to meet you.