About Company
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is a diversified energy company engaged in natural gas distribution and transmission, propane distribution, and other related services. With a legacy spanning over 150 years, we are committed to providing reliable, safe, and efficient energy solutions to our communities across Delaware, Maryland, Florida, and Ohio. Our unwavering dedication to customer satisfaction, environmental stewardship, and employee development has fostered a culture of innovation, integrity, and operational excellence. We are proud of our role in powering progress and enhancing the quality of life in the regions we serve, guided by a vision of sustainable growth and responsible corporate citizenship.
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Job Description
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking a visionary, results-oriented, and highly strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive leadership team. This pivotal role will be instrumental in shaping the financial strategy and ensuring the sustainable operational excellence of our growing organization. As CFO, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial functions, including accounting, treasury, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), investor relations, risk management, and tax. You will provide critical strategic leadership and expert financial guidance to ensure the company’s robust financial health, foster sustainable growth, and ensure meticulous compliance with all regulatory requirements specific to the energy and utilities sector.
The ideal candidate will be a seasoned financial executive with a proven track record of driving shareholder value, optimizing financial performance, and successfully leading high-performing finance teams within a complex, regulated environment. This role demands exceptional analytical acumen, strategic foresight, and the ability to articulate complex financial information clearly and concisely to diverse stakeholders, including the Board of Directors, investors, and internal teams. You will play a critical role in evaluating potential mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, assessing financial risks, and developing robust financial models to support the company’s long-term strategic initiatives and capital allocation decisions. This is an unparalleled opportunity to significantly impact the future direction and financial trajectory of a well-established and forward-thinking energy company dedicated to powering communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all aspects of the company's financial operations, including accounting, treasury, tax, investor relations, and comprehensive financial planning & analysis.
- Develop and execute transformative financial strategies that align directly with the company’s long-term business objectives and rigorously drive sustainable growth and profitability.
- Oversee the meticulous preparation of all financial reporting, ensuring absolute accuracy, timeliness, and strict compliance with GAAP, SEC regulations, and other relevant financial standards.
- Manage the company’s capital structure, debt financing, and cash flow to strategically optimize financial resources and continuously enhance shareholder value.
- Provide expert financial analysis, insightful projections, and critical strategic guidance to the CEO and Board of Directors regarding performance, market trends, and pivotal strategic opportunities.
- Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, establishing robust financial controls, key performance indicators, and metrics to rigorously monitor and evaluate financial performance.
- Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks, implementing comprehensive strategies to ensure business continuity, regulatory compliance, and asset protection.
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, professional development, and collaborative excellence.
- Cultivate and manage robust relationships with financial institutions, investors, external auditors, regulatory bodies, and other critical external stakeholders.
- Rigorously evaluate potential mergers and acquisitions (M&A) opportunities, divestitures, and strategic partnerships from a comprehensive financial perspective, including due diligence and integration planning.
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a CFO or equivalent senior executive finance role in a publicly traded company.
- Proven experience within the utilities, energy, or a similarly regulated capital-intensive industry.
- Exceptional knowledge of GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, and corporate governance best practices.
- Superior analytical, strategic planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated ability to expertly manage treasury functions, navigate capital markets, and lead investor relations.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing at all organizational levels.
- Advanced proficiency with financial software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and business intelligence tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree (MBA) from an accredited institution or CPA certification highly preferred.
- Extensive experience with mergers, acquisitions, and integration processes from a financial leadership standpoint.
- Demonstrated ability to drive digital transformation initiatives within the finance function, leveraging technology for efficiency and insight.
- Proven experience presenting to and engaging effectively with a Board of Directors and institutional investors.
Perks & Benefits
- Highly competitive executive compensation package.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with wellness programs.
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan with robust company match.
- Performance-based bonuses and long-term incentive plans (LTIPs).
- Executive life insurance and disability benefits.
- Relocation assistance package (if applicable).
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and executive leadership training.
- Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).
How to Apply
To apply for this transformative Chief Financial Officer role, please click on the application link below. You will be directed to our careers portal where you can submit your comprehensive resume, a tailored cover letter outlining your executive financial leadership experience, and complete the online application process. We encourage you to highlight your strategic contributions to organizational growth, shareholder value creation, and your specific experience within the energy or utilities sector. We look forward to reviewing your application and exploring how your expertise can contribute to Chesapeake Utilities Corporation’s continued success.
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