City of Burlington, Vermont · 1 day ago
Financial Analyst
Burlington, VT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$67K/yr - $109K/yr
3+ years expThe City of Burlington is committed to serving the energy needs of its customers responsibly and sustainably. The Financial Analyst will be responsible for financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, supporting decision-making for the organization.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain financial budgets, plans, and forecasts, including BED’s annual operating and capital budgets; year-end forecast; and five-year financial plan
Assist with the development of a calendar year budget for the McNeil Generating Station
Coordinate budgeting and forecasting processes, review budget submissions, and provide training and support to other BED personnel on budgetary issues
Develop and generate various financial, operational, or performance reports for internal and external needs
Develop, monitor, and analyze key financial ratios and other performance indicators for the Department; provide insights and recommendations to management
Analyze financial, operational, or performance data and trends to assess performance and identify opportunities, deficiencies, or irregularities
Compile data for and file quarterly and annual reports for BED’s Service Quality & Reliability Performance, Monitoring & Reporting Plan (“SQRP”)
Prepare financial and statistical information for external audiences, such as for bond offerings and refinancings, continuing disclosure on bond obligations, credit rating reviews, and American Public Power Association surveys
Subject matter expert for budgeting and financial reporting functions of the Department’s enterprise software system(s)
Assist with preparation of schedules, work papers, testimony, and analyses for cost allocation/rate design studies; revenue requirement; and other regulatory filings. Provide information and analysis as needed to support rate-making
Maintain documentation of budgeting, reporting, and planning policies and procedures
Perform financial and statistical research, analysis, and modeling to support decision-making and strategic planning
Participate in and contribute to process improvement and operational efficiency efforts
Perform select responsibilities of other finance team members in absence of coworkers and during periods of high volume as directed
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or other related field
Additional experience may be substituted for a degree requirement on a two-for-one year basis
Three (3) years of relevant budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis experience required
Strong analytical and quantitative skills and attention to detail
High technical aptitude and proficiency with spreadsheet, complex data, and enterprise financial and reporting systems required
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and utility rate-making principles
Ability to understand and apply principles of fund accounting and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission uniform system of accounts
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
Ability to be self-directed, organize and prioritize workflow, and meet deadlines
Ability to work well under pressure required
Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions
Work beyond the normal 40-hour work week, attendance at evening meetings, and occasional travel to conferences and workshops may be required
Preferred
Utility experience preferred
Company
City of Burlington, Vermont
Burlington is the largest city in the State of Vermont with a population of nearly 40,000.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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