Analyst III, Financial Planning and Analysis

Financeroles; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Plan with matching

Share purchase/match plan

Volunteer paid days off

Health & Wellness programs

Free parking

Discount and Perks program

Job summary

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is seeking an Analyst III to support the development of our 5-year business plan, annual budget, and quarterly forecasts.

You will provide managerial oversight and more complex analysis to deliver on financial targets, and support decisions from a financial perspective. You will work within a global energy and water company that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation, helping to shape the future of energy and water while creating long-term value for our

Qualifications

• B.S. in Accounting or Finance, pursuing professional designation strongly preferred.
• 4+ years work experience
• Demonstrated strong analytical capabilities and communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
• Ability to establish a high level of confidence with various management personnel
• Strong experience in preparation, presentation and interpretation of financial performance information, plans and reports to business management teams and/or Group Financial Control.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a large Global organization under GAAP and IFRS disciplines.
• Demonstrates extensive knowledge of the accounting, finance and treasury issues and the ability to translate financial policies into planning and reporting processesand procedures identifying the multiple layers of a problem and providing a value of different solutions
• Strong understanding financial methodologies, including financial analysis, return calculations, and utility/rate based economics.
• Strong spreadsheet and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and consolidate the 5-year business plan and annual budget under GAAP and IFRS.
• Prepare budgets, forecasting, cost control, performance benchmarking, and operational metrics.
• Ensure financial functions align with corporate plans, policies and internal controls.
• Develop financial recommendations to provide business partners with design solutions impacting Operations performance.
• Create complex business cases in support of strategic initiatives and rate case reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Financial analysis

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Accounting or Finance

Pursuing professional designation

4+ years work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.

At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America - a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.

We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you'll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

Purpose

As an Analyst III, you will be a part a professional team responsible for the development of key financial targets including the 5 year business plan, annual budget and periodic forecasts, quarterly performance reports. You will provide managerial oversight and more complex analysis to deliver on financial targets, and support decisions from a financial perspective

Accountabilities

• With limited supervision, manages the development, coordination and consolidation of all aspects of the 5 year Business Plans, which must be prepared under both GAAP and IFRS methodologies, including strategy, quarterly forecasts and supporting financial to enable the business partners to manage their Capital and O&M expenditures.
• With limited supervision, prepares budget and analysis, forecasting, cost control, performance measurement, benchmarking, operational metrics and financial
• Independently ensures that the financial functions performed in the business unit are properly aligned and comply with corporate strategic plans, policies, procedures and internal controls in order to contribute to the achievement of corporate goals
• With limited support from Manager, develop financial and allocation recommendations to provide business partners with design solutions having a significant impact on Operations business performance in the short-and longer-term.
• With limited support from Manager, develops complex and comprehensive business cases in support of strategic / operational initiatives together with overall design reviews to enable performance against agreed rate cases.

Education and Experience

• B.S. in Accounting or Finance, pursuing professional designation strongly preferred.
• 4+ years work experience
• Demonstrated strong analytical capabilities and communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
• Ability to establish a high level of confidence with various management personnel
• Strong experience in preparation, presentation and interpretation of financial performance information, plans and reports to business management teams and/or Group Financial Control.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a large Global organization under GAAP and IFRS disciplines.
• Demonstrates extensive knowledge of the accounting, finance and treasury issues and the ability to translate financial policies into planning and reporting processesand procedures identifying the multiple layers of a problem and providing a value of different solutions
• Strong understanding financial methodologies, including financial analysis, return calculations, and utility/rate based economics.
• Strong spreadsheet and analytical skills.

Compensation Data

Full base salary range $95,000.00- $115,000.00 per year*Liberty considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, training and skills, and geographic location.

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.

Our Mission

We provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization- it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.

Our Vision

We better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll make animpact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes.

Our Guiding Principles

• Customer Centric
• Integrity
• Entrepreneurial
• Teamwork
• Owner mindset
• Outcome focused
• Continuous learning

What we offer

• Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy
• 401k Plan with matching
• Share purchase/match plan
• Leadership Development Program
• Volunteer paid days off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Achievement fund
• Free parking
• Variety of Health & Wellness programs
• Discount and Perks program

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents.

Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.