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Public Utilities Financial Analyst 4
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At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
About the Public Utilities Commission
The mission of the Commission is to improve the lives of all Minnesotans by ensuring safe, reliable, and sustainable utility services at just and reasonable rates.
- Salary Range: $35.43 - $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 - $109,682 / annually
- Location: St. Paul
- Telework Eligible: Yes, see comments
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time, 40 hours/week
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: Occasionally
Job Summary
The Public Utilities Commission (PUC) is hiring their next Financial Analyst 4. This position acts as lead worker and provides financial, accounting and other technical analysis and interpretation of complex gas and electric utility regulatory matters and other energy-related issues for the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission.
Job Duties:
- To serve as case manager or lead technical staff on complex financial and accounting issues or other issues as assigned in public utility rate cases.
- Lead the evaluation and analysis of complex miscellaneous rate, tariff, and service filings by utilities.
- Coordinate and execute miscellaneous technical projects relating to energy policy, rate regulation or other regulatory matters as assigned by the Financial Analysis Unit Supervisor.
Please Note:
This career opportunity is based at the PUC offices in St. Paul, MN and is not available for full-time remote work. Candidates must be available to appear for briefings and hearings in St. Paul, MN. This position will be required to work onsite or in-pers
Minimum Qualifications
Four (4) years of relevant work experience in accounting, finance or economics performing analysis, exercising judgment, and applied knowledge in auditing, corporate accounting or utility regulation.
*Master’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Business or a closely related field may substitute for 18 months of experience.
*Bachelor’s degree in the above areas may substitute for one year of experience.
Applicants who meet the above education/experience requirement will be further evaluated on the following:
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and basic economic, statistical, and financial principles.
- Strong written and oral communications skills sufficient to explain complex accounting and regulatory concepts and issues clearly and concisely.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Business or a closely related field
- Six (6) years of relevant work experience in accounting, finance or economics performing analysis, exercising judgment, and applied knowledge in auditing, corporate accounting or utility regulation.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures in Minnesota and/or other state and federal jurisdictions
- In depth understanding of the electric, natural gas, telecommunication and/or water industries
- Ability to interpret statues, Commission rules and regulations
- Ability to explain complex accounting and regulatory concepts clearly and concisely
- Experience writing formal reports for external distribution
- Experience managing and conducting research and investigations and performing complex analyses related to regulatory accounting, financial evaluations and other related financial issues.
- Experience leading teams and reviewing the work of colleagues to prepare, organize and disseminate information
- Accounting certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, CIA)
- Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of a reference check and background screening.
- Job ID: 87948
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
Please apply via the State Careers website linked here: Careers
If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Jennifer Forside at [email protected] or 651-539-1066.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Jennifer Forside at [email protected].
