Financial Analyst/Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis

About the role

The Financial Analyst, FP&A position at Chugach Electric Association supports the organization's reporting, planning, forecasting, and financial management. Key responsibilities include preparing and analyzing financial reports, assisting in financial reporting systems, providing audit support, and conducting variance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Aid in the development and maintenance of financial reporting systems and processes.
• Research and document technical accounting and financial reporting requirements under GAAP and FERC.
• Prepare presentation materials for stakeholders and management.
• Support audits.
• Develop budget status and financial reports for internal and external use.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary financial data.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in financial planning and analysis.
• Conduct variance analysis and identify key drivers of performance.
• Analyze financial data and performance metrics to provide actionable insights.
• Provide technical support and training to other team members.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency and accuracy in financial data collection and analysis.
• Conduct analysis of operating data compared to projected cost ratios and evaluate accuracy.
• Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency by identifying areas of opportunity and sharing recommendations with management.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or Economics or related discipline, required.
• Specialized training in computer science, financial management, and economics, preferred.
• Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, required. Experience in a utility or union environment, preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of all aspects of budgeting and financial planning.
• Detail-oriented with high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to be self-motivated and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to consolidate complex scenarios into takeaways and present findings.
• Ability to communicate technical data to a variety of non-technical audiences.
• Must have ability to identify sensitive or confidential information and abide by confidentiality requirements.
• Proven ability to uphold ethical and professional conduct.
• Demonstrated ability to organize workflow, manage multiple priorities, and effectively utilize resources.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, predominantly Excel.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Skills

• Collaboration and working effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Technical support and training.
• Analysis of operating data and performance metrics.
• Continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Benefits

• Health benefits: Premium & Deductible paid for by Chugach Electric. Includes coverage of Medical, RX, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), Telemedicine.
• Financial security: 401K Plan, Defined Benefit (Pension), Retirement Investment services, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Chugach Electric, Supplemental Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flex Spending Account (Health, Limited Use, Dependent Care).
• Work, life & health: 20 days vacation for first year of employment, 10 Paid Holidays + 3 Float Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, MetLife Will Preparation.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position with some flexibility.