Financial Analyst

Talen Energy; Colstrip (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Talen Energy is seeking a Financial Analyst for the Colstrip Power Plant, on-site in Colstrip, MT. You will support budgeting, owner relations, and management with analytical financial and business process solutions.

The role emphasizes financial modeling, data analysis and clear communication with internal and external stakeholders. A strong analytical mindset and collaboration across teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven financial modeling and data analytics experience.
• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Ability to solve complex problems independently.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all levels/groups.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Bachelor's Degree required.

Responsibilities

• Run, maintain and improve financial models and interpret outputs for business solutions.
• Create comprehensive reports with data analysis to support stakeholders.
• Address moderately complex stakeholder questions on financial and business aspects.
• Translate business requirements into strategic financial and technical solutions.
• Build knowledge of business processes to support operations.
• Develop broad knowledge of Plant Operations, Maintenance and Systems.

Skills

Financial modeling

Advanced Excel

Data analytics

Collaborative work

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Dual Degree in Business/Finance/Accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

This position is an on-site position (not eligible for remote work) located in Colstrip, Montana.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for analytical, technical, financial and business process solutions for the Colstrip Power Plant which will directly support management and ownership. Will assist with Owner relations, presentations of relevant budget materials, and plant operations materials. The financial analyst is someone who is naturally curious and focused on continuously improving their technical abilities and understanding of concepts.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for running, maintaining and improving financial models and understanding said model’s output to produce high-quality business solutions.
• Creates comprehensive reports including data analysis and other relevant information to improve business functions and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders.
• Prepares solutions to moderately complex stakeholder questions and/or requests on the financial and business aspects of Colstrip Power Plant.
• Works with internal and external groups to accurately translate business requirements into strategic financial and technical solutions.
• Build knowledge of the business processes in order to support the development/improvement of ongoing operations.
• Develops a high-level knowledge of Plant Operations, Maintenance and Systems, with a broad understanding of how the Power Plant operates.
• Interprets financial, project based, plant process, budget and operational data for discussion with stakeholders to assure the most accurate and efficient financial and business practices are in place.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven financial modeling and data analytics experience.
• Advanced Excel User.
• Solves complex problems independently through learning and persistence.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all levels/groups within the organization.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Bachelor's Degree.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Dual Degree in Business Management/Finance/Accounting.
• 2+ years of analyst/financial experience.

Talen is a leading independent power producer and energy infrastructure company dedicated to powering the future. We own, operate, and optimize high-quality power infrastructure across the United States. Our generation portfolio includes 15 generation locations capable of producing approximately 15.6 GW of power.

Talen's fleet generates electricity using a diverse mix of fuels, ranging from zero-carbon nuclear energy - including the Susquehanna nuclear facility - to natural gas, coal, and oil.

We produce and sell electricity, capacity, and ancillary services into wholesale power markets across the United States, with generation assets located in key power markets. Our team is committed to generating power safely and reliably and delivering the most value per megawatt produced. Talen is also powering the digital infrastructure revolution. We are well-positioned to capture this growing industry, as artificial intelligence data centers increasingly demand more reliable, clean power. We have an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace, and a strong commitment to innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Talen Energy is headquartered in Houston, Texas. Talen Energy is committed to providing a safe, drug and alcohol-free workplace. Consistent with applicable law and any collective bargaining agreements, positions may be subject to pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Talen Energy is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, disability, perceived disability, or any other protected characteristic as may be defined by applicable law.

For more information visit www.talenenergy.com.