Amy Kahler

Experience

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  Deloitte & Touche

  May 1993 - Jun 1995

  Staff Auditor
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  Des Moines Area Community College

  Jan 1995 - now

  Adjunct Instructor

  Provides instruction on theory and fundamentals of various accounting courses, but primarily Financial Accounting. Other classes taught include Payroll Accounting, Cost Accounting, Managerial Accounting, and Fundamentals of Accounting.

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  Principal Financial Group

  Jun 1995 - Aug 2000

  Financial Analyst
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  Des Moines Water Works

  Aug 2000 - now

  Under the direction of the CEO and General Manager, directs finance and accounting functions including financial and cost accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, investment and cash flow management, capital financing, cost of service and water rate analysis, purchasing and inventory control. Provides oversight and leadership to the Customer Service, Human Resources and Information Technology departments. Serves as Treasurer of the Board of Water Works Trustees. Developed and supported strategic vision related to all aspects of customer service and customer outreach. Directed all customer activities in the office and field environments, including customer Contact Center and in-home customer service, and ensures the integrity of customer data and accuracy of customer billings. Facilitated utility outreach and social marketing activities in order to raise community awareness of the value of water and the role DMWW plays in protecting public health. Responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the utility’s general accounting department, presenting accurate, meaningful financial statements and reports, and coordinating the annual budget and external audit process.

  • Chief Financial Officer

    Feb 2021 - now

  • Director of Customer Service & Marketing

    Mar 2005 - Feb 2021

  • Controller

    Aug 2000 - Mar 2005