DC Water - Empowering DC Water’s Finance Office with Strategic Advisory & Staff Augmentation

Since 2012, IBS has served as a trusted partner to DC Water, delivering strategic CFO advisory and finance staff augmentation services. Our firm supports the utility’s mission by providing senior-level expertise and on-demand financial professionals who help drive performance, compliance, and informed decision-making. 

Solution:

CFO Strategic Advisory 

IBS advisors—many of whom are former CFOs—support DC Water’s finance leadership through: 

• Budget development and long-term financial planning 
• Financial modeling and rate analysis 
• Internal controls evaluation and audit readiness 
• Board-level reporting and performance management 
• Financial strategy aligned with operational goals 

Staff Augmentation Services 

We deploy highly skilled professionals who seamlessly integrate into DC Water’s finance team: 

• Senior accountants and financial analysts 
• Budget, grants, and compliance specialists 
• Internal audit consultants and technical advisors 
• Project managers and interim leadership 

Our team enables DC Water to scale up quickly, maintain operational continuity, and navigate staff transitions without disruption. 

Impact:

• 13+ years of continuous support to the CFO and finance operations 
• Improved audit preparation and internal control framework 
• Delivered actionable insights to inform strategic decisions 
• Provided high-performing finance professionals across multiple functions 
• Helped position the CFO’s office as a strategic leader within the utility 

Why DC Water Relies on IBS 

• Deep Sector Knowledge – Decades of experience in the water utility sector 
• Senior-Level Talent – Advisors with real-world CFO experience 
• Responsive & Flexible – Scalable staffing to meet changing needs 
• Proven Track Record – Long-standing relationship built on trust and results