Financial Analyst II - Finance Business Operations

About the position Responsibilities • Performs routine corporate financial tasks such as budgeting, accruals, variance analysis, and short and long-term forecasting for the business units, working under limited supervision. • Supports the monthly accounting close process by performing accruals and variance analysis, and preparation of variance explanations and communication to management. • Ensures financial events and transactions are reported to Accounting for proper financial statement recording and accounting treatment. • Partners in administering department programs / plans by maintaining knowledge of each and preparing ongoing analyses of specific topics. • Ensures compliance by maintaining appropriate documentation, files, records, systems, or desk procedures. • Participates in the development of limited scope financial and operational decision support and business unit planning projects and initiatives. Advises mid-level business leadership on financial performance and priorities. • Provide support in the development, compilation, presentation and communication of performance report packages for management reporting including identification of significant findings and conclusions through the use of existing technology and strong understanding of business unit financial and operations related data. • Maintains knowledge of the primary emerging issues facing the industry and company business specifics. • Develops general knowledge of company, business policies and procedures, accounting practices, and federal state regulations. • Assists in identifying continuous improvement opportunities within the organization and incorporate continuous improvement principles and practices into business partnerships. • Provides support to other team members to enhance development and productivity. Requirements • Bachelors' degree in finance, accounting economics, mathematics or related field • AND two (2) years directly related financial analysis, data analytics or business operation or experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. • Knowledge of finance and economic analysis, business operations, or business planning. • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) desirable. • Strong research, data management and effective communication skills a must. Knowledge of Microsoft applications (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.) and database tools. Nice-to-haves • MBA or Master's degree preferred. Working knowledge of related analytical, financial, database, and/or business operations tools (i.e. Cognos, PowerPlant, Hyperion, Maximo, supply chain and inventory systems). • Directly related experience in the utility or energy services industry. • Travel may be required. Apply tot his job