Accounting Analyst I or II - Forcasting

City Utilities; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit retirement plan

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

City Utilities in Springfield, MO seeks an Accounting Analyst I or II to support the financial planning team. You will help develop the operating budget and multi-year plans, collect and analyze financial data, and prepare budgets, forecasts, and reports.

A strong foundation in accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis is essential. The role offers a clear path for growth from Analyst I to Analyst II, with opportunities to work on grant funding analyses and management reporting, within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in accounting, budgeting, finance, or financial planning (Analyst I).
• 5+ years of experience including financial analysis, budgeting, or financial planning (Analyst II).

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining the Operating Budget and multi-year Operating Plan.
• Collect, validate, and analyze financial and operational data for budgeting and forecasting.
• Maintain budget reporting systems and project management reporting.

Skills

Analytical

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial modeling

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business, or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

ERP systems

Financial systems

Job description

Accounting Analyst I or II - ForcastingThis website stores cookies on your computer. These cookies are used to collect information about how you interact with our website. We use this information in order to improve and customize your browsing experience and for analytics about our visitors both on this website. To find out more, see our Privacy Policy.# Connecting your Career## Accounting Analyst I or II - ForcastingApply: Springfield, MO: Full time: Posted Today: R26\\_449Connect to a career at City Utilities! CU has been connecting our community to the services they need for every day life since 1945. From electricity to power our lives, clean water to be healthy, natural gas to stay warm, internet to keep businesses connected, to transit services to get them where they need to go. # # **Pay Details:*****Accounting Analyst I (Grade 56)****Minimum: $65,700/year**Midpoint: $80,482****Accounting Analyst II – (Grade 57)****Minimum: $73,622/year**Midpoint: $92,027*# # **Work Schedule:**Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.# # **Job Description:**## **PURPOSE OF POSITION:**Under the general direction of the Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis, provides analytical support for the development, administration, and financial analysis of the Operating Budget and multi-year Operating Plan for a utility providing electric, natural gas, water, transportation, and telecommunications/broadband services. Prepares budget and operating plan schedules, financial reports, forecasts, reconciliations, journal entries, and project management reporting. Collects, validates, and analyzes financial and operational data to support budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and management decision-making. Collaborates with Financial Planning & Analysis staff and operational departments to maintain reporting systems and provide financial information in support of financial planning activities. Supports the pursuit of external funding opportunities, including grant application development, financial analysis, and coordination with internal stakeholders. **What You'll Do:**Depending on qualifications and experience, responsibilities may include:* Assists in developing and maintaining the Operating Budget and multi-year Operating Plan, including financial statements, supporting schedules, reports, dashboards, and presentations.* Collects, validates, analyzes, and interprets financial and operational data to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.* Maintains budget reporting systems and project management reporting, including project setup, reporting layouts, reconciliations, and budget reporting. **What We’re Looking For:***Accounting Analyst I:** Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business, or a related field from an accredited college or university is required.* Two years of recent progressively responsible experience in accounting, budgeting, finance, financial analysis, financial planning, or a related business field is required. *Accounting Analyst II:** Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business, or a related field from an accredited college or university is required.* Five years of recent progressively responsible experience in accounting, budgeting, finance, financial analysis, or a related business field is required, including at least two years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or financial planning. **Preferred Skills:*** Working knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting practices, financial reporting, and automated financial systems.* Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills with attention to detail.* Ability to collect, analyze, interpret, and communicate financial information and reporting results.* Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships and explain financial information to technical and non-technical audiences. **Why Join Us?*** We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including company-paid defined benefit retirement plan.* Work on projects that directly impact the safety and reliability of essential community services.* Collaborate with experienced utility professionals in a supportive team environment.* Lead meaningful infrastructure improvements and long-term system planning efforts.* Build your career through challenging technical work, project leadership, and professional growth opportunities. **Working Conditions:**Primarily a normal office environment. The position may require occasional work outside of regular business hours to support operational meetings, critical business needs, or other time-sensitive activities. **Additional Information:*** Utility experience is preferred.* Experience preparing financial models, forecasts, and management reporting is preferred.* An advanced degree or professional certification, such as CPA, CMA, CFA, CGMA, or CGFM, is preferred.* Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and receive detailed information through oral communication.* Substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, and close visual acuity to operate a computer is required.* Candidates must be able to work effectively with diverse groups and adapt to evolving technologies and systems.* Employees must remain alert and aware of their surroundings at all times and maintain the ability to respond to changing circumstances in a timely manner. ***For a complete job description, please contact the Recruitment Office at [phone].*****TESTING**Testing may be required.**EEO**City Utilities offers equal employment opportunities to individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information or marital status. 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