Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst

Location:

Sutherland, NE, US, 69165-2134

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Financial Analyst located at Gerald Gentleman Station in Sutherland , Nebraska. Applications will be reviewed starting on October 2. Posting will remain open until October 10, 2024 or until filled.

This position will report to the Financial Planning Manager.

Position Summary

Responsible for coordinating and monitoring the Capital Additions Budget and Plans. This will include assisting the NPPD organization and its business units with following the current required Capital Planning process and reporting. Compile, analyze, and develop recommendations on financial and management cost information for the business unit/facility supported, including the development of short-term and long-range financial plans and budgets for Operations & Maintenance (“O&M”), Administrative & General (“A&G”), and Capital, along with monitoring progress and explaining variances from those plans. Utilizes financial reporting and performance management tools necessary to enable the business unit to plan, measure and evaluate their financial performance. Performs, supports, or coordinates financial performance benchmarking for the business units and provides direct support for financial requirements related to contracts with external entities, including the issuance of invoices as necessary. Create and maintain financial master data for NPPD’s enterprise accounting and costing software. Provides backup support for the District’s SAP Analytics Cloud for Planning System (“SAC Planning System”) and related SAP system.

Education, Training and Experience

Bachelors Degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or computer science;

(OR)

Associates Degree in accounting or business administration and four years related experience;

(OR)

High School/GED and 10 years related experience in a related field.

Related Experience

Experience in financial reporting systems and analyzing financial information. Job duties involving application of technical accounting principles, utility costing, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) reporting, and benchmarking work responsibilities are desirable.

Licenses and/or Certifications

None

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Establish and maintain an integrated financial plan (O&M, A&G, and Capital) to support the financial objectives of the business unit/facility. Prepare standard, business unit specific, and ad hoc financial reports and analysis for management team. This requirement includes the current year budget, active planning, and the six-year rate outlook plan.

Accountable for coordinating and developing the Capital Additions Budget for adoption by the Board of Directors. Prepare all detail and funding reports for Rate Outlook and Board Approved Budget, as well as tracking authorized dollars to budget dollars, evaluating actual spend vs. budget dollars, and identifying areas that are approaching the budgeted dollar amount.

Monitor and analyze variations between actual versus planned costs for operating, administrative and capital results. Assess the overall impact of these variances to current period results and year end projections. Monitor and correct monthly entries to accurately reflect financial data which includes accrual journals, pcard transactions, and invoicing corrections.

Advise and provide guidance to business unit personnel on O&M versus capital designations for projects. Assist in the categorization, planning, cost performance tracking, and monitoring of expenditures and provide periodic financial status on business unit projects. Create and maintain SAP master data objects for both capital and O&M.

Establish funding all Capital Additions Budget and plan items to ensure that the District has funding available, that funding is from an appropriate source, such as bond proceeds, revenues, etc., and that limits are not exceeded.

Coordinate and prepare all Monthly Capital Board Reports.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus

Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion

Integrity/Excellence

Public Service/Environmental Stewardship

Safety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

Pay Grade - 12

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $6,444.00 – $8,140.00

Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

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