Financial Planning & Analysis Lead
What You’ll Do
You’ll play a key role in annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning, with increasing scope and leadership.
Core Responsibilities
- Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A) activities including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning
- Perform financial modeling, variance analysis, and trend analysis to support business decisions
- Partner with business leaders as a finance business partner to drive performance and accountability
- Develop and deliver monthly financial reporting and executive-level insights
- Support capital planning, O&M budgeting, and cost optimization initiatives
- Analyze financial data to identify risks, opportunities, and operational efficiencies
- Provide recommendations that support strategic decisions and regulatory compliance
- Improve financial processes, reporting tools, and data accuracy
What Success Looks Like
- Accurate, timely budgets and forecasts trusted by business leaders
- Clear financial insights that shape operational and capital decisions
- Strong partnerships with operations, strategy, regulatory, and finance teams
- Proactive identification of risks, opportunities, and cost-control strategies
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or a related field from a regionally accredited college/university
- 5+ years of accounting/financial experience or other relevant experience
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment
- Sound judgment, attention to detail, and comfort working with senior leaders
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA (active or in progress)
- Experience with systems such as SAP, PowerPlan, and/or workk management
- Knowledge of utility operations, utility accounting, or regulatory environments
Skills That Will Help You Thrive
- Financial modeling & variance analysis
- Budgeting, forecasting & long-range planning
- Cost control & profitability analysis
- Executive-level communication & data storytelling
- Cross-functional collaboration & influence
- Strategic thinking in complex environments
Why Join Peoples Gas?
- Performance Bonus: Earn an annual incentive bonus that recognizes your hard work.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retailer Planning: Secure your future with a 401k Retirement Savings Plan and a comprehensive Pension plan.
- Ownership Opportunities: Participate in Emera’s Employee Common Share Purchase Plan and share in our success.
- Time to Recharge: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), paid company holidays, comprehensive mental, financial and physical wellness resources, and paid Parental Leave
- Growth and Development: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement and other training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.
Incident Response Assignment
Our community relies on Peoples Gas to respond swiftly and effectively to all types of incidents, including but not limited to major storm events (e.g., extreme cold, tropical storms, hurricanes), gas leaks, equipment failures, environmental hazards, and other emergencies that may impact public safety or service continuity.
Peoples Gas depends on each team member to fulfill their primary and/or alternate roles and responsibilities during such incidents. As a Team Member of Peoples Gas, you will be assigned an Incident Response Assignment, receive training related to your role, and may participate in mock drills or exercises simulating various emergency scenarios