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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

Utility Financial Analyst 4 (PCN 086005)

Anchorage, AK

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Utility Financial Analyst 4 to join the Regulatory Commission of Alaska in Anchorage. This role involves supervising the Finance Section and conducting complex financial analyses related to utility and pipeline rate filings.

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Responsibilities

Supervising, scheduling and coordinating the work of the Finance Section

Conducting detailed technical analysis of utility and pipeline rate filings of the highest complexity, including financial audits of revenue requirement, cost of service, and rate design studies, as well as related testimony and proposed tariff revisions

Verifying the mathematical accuracy and reasonableness of proposed rates by applying appropriate auditing techniques and generally accepted ratemaking principles

Determining the elements of revenue requirements, including verification and normalization of operating expenses, rate base, allowance for taxes, and establishing the appropriate return on rate base or application of the times interest earned ratio (TIER)

Preparing highly detailed, well-supported recommendations to the Commission for presentation both in writing and orally, in public and adjudicatory settings

Using database applications to perform research, and spreadsheet/word processing applications to develop and review calculations and prepare written reports

Working with utility representatives and other Commission staff to ensure proposed rates are accurate and aligned with applicable authority, the Commissioners are well-informed, and Commission rulings are executed within statutory timelines

Qualification

Financial AnalysisUtility Rate FilingsMathematical AnalysisSupervisory ExperienceTechnical WritingPresentation SkillsAccounting KnowledgePlanningEvaluatingPolitical SavvyTechnical CredibilityDecisiveness

Required

Demonstrated experience supervising, scheduling and coordinating the work of others including providing training, overseeing and reviewing work product, monitoring progress and evaluating performance, and serving as liaison between upper management and staff

Demonstrated experience with utility/pipeline carrier rate filings, including revenue requirement, cost of service, and rate design studies, as well as related testimony and proposed tariff revisions; working knowledge of utility/pipeline carrier regulation and issues and the operating practices of the utility industry; ability to understand, interpret, and apply Alaska regulatory statutes and regulations

Demonstrated experience with utility/pipeline carrier rate development using generally accepted ratemaking principles, determining the elements of revenue requirements, including verification and normalization of operating expenses, rate base, allowance for taxes, and establishing the appropriate return on rate base or application of the times interest earned ratio (TIER)

Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of financial analysis and auditing, forecasting, and modeling to interpret quantitative and qualitative data; includes data modeling, earned value management, and evaluating key financial indicators, trends, and historical data

Demonstrated ability to use correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling to produce written information, which may include technical material, for different audiences; ability to write clearly, concisely, and effectively develop conclusions and provide recommendations

Demonstrated experience preparing complex technical reports and delivering oral presentations, making recommendations and fielding questions

Knowledge of traditional accounting practices including accrual, obligations, and costs methods

Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, even when data are limited or solutions produce unpleasant consequences; perceives the impact and implications of decisions

Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes

Identifies the internal and external politics that impact the work of the organization. Perceives organizational and political reality and acts accordingly

Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise

Any combination of preparatory post-secondary education and/or progressively responsible professional level experience in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a closely related field/industry