Middlesex Water Company Names New Chief Accounting Officer
Event summary
- Tatyana Kaplan joins Middlesex Water Company as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer effective March 26, 2026.
- Kaplan previously served as Director of Accounting for Veolia North America's regulated utility business.
- Robert J. Capko transitions from Principal Accounting Officer to Corporate Controller.
- Kaplan brings expertise in regulated utility accounting and rate case strategy.
The big picture
Middlesex Water Company's appointment of a new Chief Accounting Officer underscores the critical role of specialized financial leadership in navigating the regulated utility landscape. Kaplan's background in multi-jurisdictional accounting and rate case strategy suggests a focus on optimizing financial performance within regulatory constraints. This move comes as utilities face increasing scrutiny over pricing and infrastructure investments.
What we're watching
- Regulatory Strategy
- How Kaplan's rate case strategy expertise will impact Middlesex's regulatory filings and financial outcomes.
- Operational Excellence
- Whether Kaplan's accounting and finance transformation roadmap experience will drive efficiency improvements.
- Leadership Transition
- The pace at which Capko's shift to Corporate Controller may affect accounting continuity and team dynamics.