Financial Analyst I

PJM Interconnection, LLC; Lower Providence Township (PA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption benefits

Job summary

PJM Interconnection, LLC is seeking an entry-level Financial Analyst in the Budget & Analysis department in Audubon, PA. The role involves budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for at least one operating division, with responsibilities across journal entries, variance analysis, and coordination of project funding within SAP.

Ideal candidate will hold a BS in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration, be proficient in MS Office, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced team

Qualifications

• Bachelor of science (or working towards) in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Experience with Hyperion Planning and SAP CO/PS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monthly financial reporting used by PJM Executive Team.
• Support forecasts and budgets for operational expenditures.
• Develop financial analysis and reporting for management and board discussions.
• Provide project financial data for budget and funding materials.
• Analyze project funding requests and ensure proper journal entries.

Skills

MS Office

Pivot tables

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

SAP CO

SAP PS

Hyperion Planning

Job description

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid - Audubon, PA

This position is an entry-level financial analyst in the Budget & Analysis department. The job responsibilities include financial analysis and reporting, budgeting and forecasting, maintaining project portfolios and assisting with calculations of PJM’s pricing allocation model. This person will conduct budgeting and forecasting for at least one operating division at PJM. This requires the development of forecasting methodologies and ongoing communication with division management. Financial analysis and reporting will be conducted on activity and anticipated activity for the division, providing detailed insight into variances and cost trends. Additionally, this person will assist with other Budget and Analysis departmental duties including monthly general ledger close, preparing and/or entering journal entries, and coordination of project funding within SAP.

Essential Functions

• Assists in the development of the monthly financial reporting used by PJM Executive Team to monitor company and divisional financial performance.
• Assists with preparing forecasts and budgets for operational expenditures.
• Assists in development of financial analysis, reporting and presentation information to PJM management, Finance Committee, Audit Committee and PJM’s Board of Directors on current financial position and company performance on goals and long-range financial plans.
• Provides project financial data for preparation of budget and project presentation materials for the Executive Team, Finance Committee, Members Committee and PJM’s Board of Managers.
• Assists with analyzing project funding requests ensuring appropriate levels of Authorization for Capital (AFC) have been completed.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy for project portfolio funding requests.
• Analyzes project postings for accuracy, identifying and investigating unusual postings to ensure proper correcting journal entries are posted when necessary.
• Maintains and updates all project system and pricing model desk procedures and internal controls documentation.

Characteristics & Qualifications

• Required Bachelor of science (or working towards) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration
• Ability to efficiently use Microsoft Office Suite (MS-Word, MS-Excel and MS-PowerPoint)
• Ability to produce high-quality work products with attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively and operate in a fast-paced team environment
• Preferred SAP knowledge, specifically CO and PS modules
• Knowledge of MS-Excel pivot tables
• Experience in Hyperion Planning
• Experience in quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Equivalent working experience (0-3 years)

PJM employees work collaboratively to maintain the reliability of North America’s largest centrally dispatched electric grid and to operate one of the world’s largest competitive wholesale electricity markets. We seek talented candidates who thrive in a diverse, challenging and creative environment where they have opportunities to grow, learn new skills and build a career.

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Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan with 100% employer match up to 5% of salary
• Non-elective 401(k) employer contribution
• Vacation and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Business travel and accident insurance
• Child day care referral program
• Employee assistance program
• Adoption benefits recognized by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, which has named PJM one of the best adoption-friendly energy and utility companies in America.