Financial Analyst II or Senior Analyst

Black Hills Energy; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 79,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonuses

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Life insurance and disability benefits

Job summary

Black Hills Energy is seeking a Finance Manager in Denver, CO to support business unit leadership with financial planning and analysis. The role involves preparing forecasts, budgets and strategic analyses, and coordinating with regulators and internal stakeholders to drive informed decision making.

The position requires a strong foundation in accounting, regulatory processes, and financial modeling, with an emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality, and cross-functional collaboration across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in finance, accounting, regulatory or related field.
• Strong understanding of accounting and financial concepts, internal controls, and regulatory reporting.
• Proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with financial databases and reporting tools (FileNet, SharePoint, PeopleSoft).

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between finance and business operations to support decision making, forecasting, and strategy execution.
• Assist in preparing and coordinating analyses of forecasts, budgets and strategic plans.
• Evaluate forecast vs. actual results and refine processes for financial control and business decisions.
• Develop and maintain financial models producing complete financial statements using existing tools.
• Model capital investment requirements and assess regulatory recovery and ROE impacts.

Skills

Quantitative & analytical skills

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Independent & team work

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field

Tools

FileNet

SharePoint

PeopleSoft

Utilities International

Job description

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today-for our customers, communities and each other.

Position Summary

Directly supports business unit leadership in all financial matters to achieve the company's financial goals. Plan, prepare, research, analyze and implement financial strategies and plans in collaboration with cross functional teams. Prepare and assist in presenting information for internal decision making with respective leadership. Be able to research, communicate and lead discussions around variances to plans of all financial aspects of operational outcomes. Be an integral member of cross function teams working to achieve successful company initiatives, including but not limited to rate review filings, compliance filings, tariff proposals, financial plan support, and data analysis and studies.

Pay Range

This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.

• Level II: $79,400 - $119,100
• Senior: $86,700 - $130,050

Reporting Relationship

Finance Manager, CO

Location

Denver, Colorado

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

Essential Functions

• Act as the primary liaison between finance and the business operation by partnering with the business unit Vice President, General Manager, and department heads to support decision making, planning, forecasting, and strategy execution.
• Assist in the preparation, support, and coordination of the analysis to interpret financial forecasts, budgets and strategic plans.
• Coordinate with others in the financial team (employees, regulators, commission staff, business associates, consultants, customers, and other stakeholders) by evaluating the accuracy of forecast vs. actual results and refine process to the point that it serves as an instrument of financial control in the reporting process and guides and supports business decisions.
• Assist in developing and maintain logical and flexible financial models that produce a full set of financial statements utilizing existing tools and software in an efficient manner.
• Model capital investment requirements tied to high-density electric loads, including generation, transmission, and distribution upgrades, and assess timing, regulatory recovery, and ROE impacts.
• Monitor execution, and concentration risks associated with large electric customers and communicate financial impacts to leadership through scenario analysis and reporting.
• Understanding of how operational and financial decisions impact financial statements, including impacts to rate making model, GAAP, FERC, SEC reporting and internal controls.
• Support and assist in the preparation, presentation, and reporting of information for internal decision-making and filings with the appropriate state and federal regulatory commissions and/or regulatory body.

Additional Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned

What Is Required

Level II:

• Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field of study.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in finance, accounting, regulatory or related field required.

Senior:

• Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field of study.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, regulatory or related field required.

All Levels:

• Basic understanding of the utility operations, along with the regulatory/ratemaking process, and their accuracy/impact within financial planning. Proficient knowledge of accounting and financial concepts, including internal controls, and their impact within financial planning.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, and the ability to perform detailed and complex analysis.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, project schedules and priorities effectively within a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent user capabilities with MS Office software (proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.) Experience working with database, financial and collaborative software tools (FileNet, SharePoint, Peoplesoft, Utilities International, etc.)
• Ability to accurately perform required tasks and meet deadlines while paying close attention to detail and understanding and considering the big picture.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and to work independently as well as with a team.
• An eagerness to learn and quickly assimilate information and concepts.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of business information.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company

We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at [e-mail].

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please direct your inquiries to the Talent Team at [e-mail].