Samuel Stephens
Deputy Director / CFO at Greater Cincinnati Water Works, a service of the City of Cincinnati
- Role
- Deputy Director Chief Financial Officer at City of Cincinnati
- Location
- Cincinnati, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Samuel Stephens
Dedicated finance and economic development professional with a proven track record of strategic financial management, revenue optimization, and team leadership. Over 6 years of experience in progressively responsible roles within municipal finance, specializing in debt management, revenue forecasting, and capital budget planning. Recognized for expertise in managing diverse financial functions and delivering innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and fiscal stability.
Experience
Deputy Director Chief Financial Officer
Nov 2023 — Present · Cincinnati, OH, US
As Deputy Director / Chief Financial Officer for Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW), I oversee the Accounting and Commercial Services Divisions, including billing & collections, accounting & finance, meter reading & maintenance, and call center operations. GCWW is the largest water utility in the region with over residential and commercial customer accounts covering portions of Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky. GCWW generates annual revenues over $200 million and has over 550 employees.My responsibilities include-Financial leadership: Directing financial planning, pricing & rate setting, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes to align with our organizational goals and regulatory requirements-Team Development: Leading and mentoring a team of financial & customer service professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement-Strategic Planning: Collaborating with GCWW leadership to develop and implement long-term strategies that drive operational efficiency and enhance service delivery-Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating financial risks through comprehensive risk management frameworks and policies.
Education
Xavier University
B.A. with Honors, International Affairs, Economics
1998 — 2002
Ohio University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Analytics Concentration
Skills
- Sustainability
- Policy Analysis
- Program Management
- Public Policy
- Leadership
- Grant Writing
- Fundraising
- Community Engagement
- Land Use Planning
- Government
- Nonprofits
- Non-Profits
- Economic Development
- Public Administration
- Urban Planning
- Grants
- Policy
- Program Development
- Leadership Development
- Microsoft Office
- Research
- Local Government
- Budgets
- Community Outreach
- Community Development
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