Senior Budget Analyst (Hybrid)

About the role

The role involves daily operations and maintenance (O&M) budget tracking, as well as monthly reporting and reconciliation. In addition to these core tasks, there will be various ad-hoc requests, so strong time management skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure will be essential for success.

Job Summary

The incumbent assumes responsibilities for financial activities, including but not limited to, preparing, monitoring and forecasting departmental O&M budgets, as well as monthly and year-end accruals. This position will frequently interact with multiple levels of the organization.

Essential Functions

• Performs duties under general supervision and works well under pressure
• Prepares and monitors departmental O&M Budgets
• Tracks and forecasts expenditures to prevent budget overruns and forecast revenue shortfalls
• Prepares monthly budget variance reports for various reporting segments
• Internal consultant, answering questions from company personnel on budget matters
• Reviews departmental expenditures and make recommendations on reducing costs
• Participates in the performance of all ongoing financial activities for both internal and external customers
• Prepares annual financial plan
• Conducts the preparation and distribution of statistical data as required by FERC and other agencies as well as those for intra-company needs
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of key budget initiatives
• Identifies and understands budget issues, problems and opportunities, comparing data from various sources to draw conclusions and implement effective process changes to maximize opportunities
• Understands technical/professional terminology and developments associated with budgeting
• Compiles and provide accurate accounting for monthly and year end accruals
• Attends budget meetings throughout service territory

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Finance or Accounting
• 3+ years of experience in developing budgets
• 3-6 years of experience in finance, accounting, regulatory or a related field
• Requires multiple functional experience
• Possess a working understanding of the State and Federal Regulatory requirements
• Experience working with and supporting business leaders
• Must have excellent planning, organization, verbal and written communication skills
• Must have successful track record in the area of finance/accounting
• Must have the ability to perform duties effectively under normal, emergency and contingency situations
• Must have working knowledge of GAAP, expenses, and O&M budget development systems, along with other Company accounting procedures.
• Must have proven successful experience relative to basic PC skills
• Must demonstrate our commitment to fair and ethical business dealings, be an effective team member and maintain focus and professionalism under pressure
• Working knowledge of Electric Operations/Generation

Preferred Qualifications

• PC skills - ARIBA, SAP, Excel

Workplace Expectations

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Pay

Salary Range: $82,200.00 – $123,200.00. The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.