Founded in 2000, Walker-Miller Energy Services is a Detroit-based, core-values driven company committed to changing lives through energy efficiency. We create and manage customized energy waste reduction programs that assist electric and gas utilities meet mandated energy savings goals.
Our experience driven philosophy of clean energy as economic development helps families and businesses save energy and save money. Through innovative, inclusive initiatives, we help build communities by creating local jobs, producing equitable energy savings for all rate payers, and spurring the growth of diverse local businesses.
Our operating philosophy is reflected in our core values. We refer to them as BEHIVE.
B - Boldly Go
E – Embrace Equity
H - Humble Confidence
I - Inclusive Stewardship
V - Value Reputation
E - Extraordinary Experience
The Senior Director of Finance Operations is a key operational leader within the Finance organization, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This role leads the coordination and day-to-day effectiveness of core finance functions, including FP&A, Accounting and Treasury. The Senior Director partners closely with the CFO and finance leadership to translate strategic priorities into executable plans, strengthen controls and compliance, modernize systems and processes, and ensure that financial information supports timely, informed decision-making.
The role is responsible for driving disciplined execution across finance initiatives, improving integration among finance teams, and building scalable, well-documented processes that support organizational growth. The Senior Director recommends strategic and operational improvements, leads implementation within approved parameters, and works cross-functionally with Operations, HR, IT, and other business partners to promote alignment, adoption, and measurable results.
Essential Responsibilities: This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
The above information describes the general duties and requirements necessary to perform the principle functions of the position. This shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the duties and requirements that may be necessary in this position.
Walker-Miller Energy Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At Walker-Miller Energy Services, we Embrace Equity by encouraging qualified candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply for open positions! We have several optional questions about candidates’ demographics, but they do not impact hiring decisions. In fact, all candidate demographic data is anonymized for compliance purposes and to reduce unconscious bias in the hiring process, so none of the information collected here will be attached to your individual application. We ask for this information because Walker-Miller is committed to inclusive recruitment practices, so we hold ourselves to a high standard in developing a candidate pool that is diverse in background, experience, and perspective.
Walker-Miller Energy Services participates in E-Verify. Which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.
Walker-Miller Energy Services (Walker-Miller), one of the largest African American and woman owned energy efficiency companies in the United States, changes lives through energy. Led by Carla Walker-Miller, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Walker-Miller’s commitment to Empower People and Enrich Communities is the bedrock of a unique, people-centered culture that values all people and normalizes diversity, equity, and inclusion as a strength.
A Certified B Corporation, Walker-Miller is a trusted partner with deep roots in the energy industry, providing thought leadership around Energy Efficiency as equitable economic development; Advanced Energy Products & Services; Equitable Mobility Consulting & Installation; and Medium and High Voltage Equipment Sales to utilities, municipalities, businesses, and communities to drive the benefits of clean energy to all.
With a team that reflects the rich diversity of this country, Walker-Miller designs programs, sources products, trains inclusive workforces, develops outreach strategies, and provides innovative research and development, successfully engaging low participation communities. Our goal is to act as a bridge to equity as this country transitions from the traditional utility to a new low carbon reality. Our efforts help decrease energy burdens, drive equitable access to clean energy jobs, invite diverse businesses into the clean economy, and serve the needs of asset limited income constrained communities with compassion. wmenergy.com for details.
