Requisition ID:  107914 

 

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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.

 

We are Beautifully Different. We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role!  Click here for more information on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey.

 

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, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,500 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.

As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $40 to $42 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.

American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense® Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions.

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Short Description

Working in internal audit offers an opportunity to learn about the entire American Water (AW) business and to make connections with senior leaders throughout the company.  AW Internal Audit (IA) is an independent function reporting directly to the Audit, Finance, and Risk Committee of the Board of Directors (Board). AW IA provides objective assurance and advisory services using a risk-based, collaborative approach to improve integrated risk management and to support the company’s strategy of operational, capital, and regulatory execution.

Our leadership team cares about your career and development, and we support work-life balance. The experience and development opportunities provided through internal audit have led to successful and fulfilling careers in audit and have also acted as a launchpad for a range of different roles across AW.   We are looking for team members who are committed to ethical practices, excel in communication, think critically, and are enthusiastic about learning and knowledge sharing.

Primary Role

Responsible for working with the AW IA team and collaborating with business leadership to prepare and execute an integrated risk-based audit plan to assess, report on, and make suggestions for improving the company's key operational activities and internal controls.

This role will work closely with various stakeholders to improve risk management and share knowledge on operational matters such as environmental management systems, water quality, treatment, engineering, safety, and regulatory compliance. 

Key Relationships/Stakeholders

The Audit, Finance, and Risk Committee of the Board, and teams across AW including but not limited to Corporate Leadership, State Leadership, Operational Excellence, Safety, Environmental, Engineering, State Operations, Human Resources, IT and Legal.  AW IA also partners with External audit and audit vendors.

Responsibilities Support the Vice President of Internal Audit in providing objective assurance and advisory services using a risk-based, collaborative approach to improve integrated risk management and support AW’s strategy of operational, capital, and regulatory execution. Oversee the audit process and development of reports assessing AW’s systems of internal controls, risk management, and governance including evaluating adherence to company plans, policies, procedures, compliance with laws/regulations, all in support of achieving AW’s strategic objectives. Maintain conformance with IIA Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. Build strong relationships across AW multiple teams, including AW stakeholders and external vendors. Direct the execution of Internal Audit program strategies including establishment and evaluation of activities, goals, and KPIs that contribute to short-term and long-term objectives. Shape the AW AI organizational culture and promote a positive work environment. Focus on talent management, including attracting and retaining top talent. Develop, train and mentor Internal Audit staff members. Internal staffing level 8-10 FTE; external staffing level 5-10 FTE (consultants). Act as deputy to VP Internal Audit, overseeing day-to-day activities of the audit team, and standing in for VP Internal Audit in certain meetings/events, as necessary. Support IA VP in function’s budget oversight and accountability. Knowledge/Skills Broad experience in several of these operational areas: water and wastewater treatment, water quality, environmental management systems/ procedures, environmental regulations, health and safety regulations, engineering, and operational matters.  The ability to identify and leverage technical experts in different specialized fields as needed. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Effective interpersonal skills and leadership presence with an emphasis on initiative, professional judgement, critical thinking, courage, decision making, knowledge sharing, and team building. Strong project and change management skills (e.g. planning, organizing, directing, monitoring and reporting on audits/projects, and managing concurrent projects). Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Development Opportunities Communication with and exposure to all areas within AW (Operations, Compliance, IT, Finance) and levels (front-line employees, senior leaders, Board) Risk, compliance, and controls awareness Leadership, stakeholder management, collaboration and influencing Project management Experience/Education Bachelor’s degree is required. Advanced degree preferred. Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience managing utility or regulatory operations.    Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience managing people.  Demonstrated experience in leading, motivating and empowering teams to effect positive change.  Certifications/Licenses

One or more of water, wastewater, engineering, environmental certification(s) and /or licensure preferred. 

Work Location

The ideal candidate will be based in our Camden, NJ office following a hybrid schedule working 3 days a week.  We will consider a remote work schedule with a requirement to work remotely within a state where AW operates. 

Travel Requirements

Up to 10% travel within the United States, usually scheduled with advance notice.

Competencies Prioritizes & Role Models SafetySelf-AwarenessDevelops TalentDrives EngagementPlans, Aligns, & DirectsDecision Quality

 

 

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American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.