Utilities Financial Manager; A264130-1 Transmission & Distribution

Manages the Utilities Department's financial planning and rate-setting functions. Develops cost-of-service models and rate studies, supports revenue forecasting, and ensures compliance with legal and policy standards. Coordinates with city finance and consultants for long-range planning and rate adjustments.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job‐related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Develops and maintains water and wastewater rate setting models based on cost‑of‑service principles.
• Recommends rate adjustments and financial policies.
• Prepares presentations for council, management and public hearings.
• Performs utility revenue functions including reconciliation of utility revenue, refunds, and payment agreements.
• Prepares multi‑year revenue forecasts and financial plans to support infrastructure needs and regulatory compliance.
• Supports development of multi‑year rate scenarios and cost‑of‑service models.
• Translates complex financial data into actionable strategies.
• Coordinates with consultants, finance department, and city council on rate cases and policy changes.
• Coordinates with finance department for revenue tracking and audits.
• Monitors billing revenue performance and identifies variances or shortfalls.
• Manages the development of water/wastewater rate models and financial forecasts.
• Supports preparation of financial sections of bond closure, TCEQ filings, and utility audits.
• Advises senior leadership on rate structures and financial policies.
• Produces reporting requirements for public finance & rate case support and regulatory testimony preparation.
• Maintains rate models using consumption and revenue data.
• Prepares utility rate studies and affordability analysis.
• Analyzes rate impacts based on proposed capital or operating changes.
• Provides detailed forecasts for bond planning and debt service obligations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Utility rate modeling, financial forecasting, Excel, cost‑of‑service analysis, and ordinance review.
• Customer service, collections, and account reconciliation.
• Revenue sufficiency analysis, debt service planning, and capital improvement forecasting.
• Rate models, revenue forecasting, and utility accounting.
• Project coordination, presentation skills, rate ordinances, and stakeholder engagement.
• Regulatory compliance, financial documentation, and audit preparation.
• Billing systems analysis, variance tracking, and KPIs.
• Public finance, utility accounting, and debt service planning.
• Utility budgeting procedures and fund management.

• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.

Position will have the following exposures.

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move…