Financial Analyst – Residential Utilities Division

Office of the Minnesota Attorney General; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Minnesota Attorney General is seeking a Financial Analyst in the Residential Utilities Division to work on contested rate proceedings, public utility matters, and related investigations. The role involves preparing testimony, comments, and analyses, and serving as an expert witness where appropriate.

Hybrid work arrangements are available, with a focus on data analysis, regulatory research, and collaboration with attorneys to advance the interests of residential and small

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, engineering, or related fields.
• At least 2 years of work experience in accounting, finance, economics, engineering, or related fields that require quantitative analysis (additional education can substitute for work experience).
• Strong Excel skills and ability to analyze data.
• Excellent verbal and written communications.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn about public utilities regulation and energy/telecommunications fields.
• Ability to manage multiple caseloads and organize large amounts of information.

Responsibilities

• Review utility filings and identify issues for the division.
• Draft written testimony and discovery; review briefs, comments, and related analyses.
• Analyze and synthesize data into reports for attorneys.
• Research utility practices, financial issues, and legislation.
• Attend PUC meetings and participate in stakeholder meetings.
• Summarize positions and provide updates to the division manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communications

Organization and planning

Team collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, engineering, or related fields

Advanced degree in accounting, finance, economics, engineering, or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Financial Analyst – Residential Utilities Division

Who May Apply:Open to all qualified applicants

Date Posted:9/28/2026

Closing Date:10/13/2026

Legal Assistant 7 Salary Range: $31.61 - $47.69 / hourly; $66,001 - $99,576 / annually

Legal Assistant 8 Salary Range: $34.00 - $55.08 / hourly; $71,000 - $115,000 / annually

Telework Eligible:Hybrid

*Priority consideration may be given to those that apply early; interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.

Job Summary

The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect. We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of Minnesota's largest public law offices and as of 2026, has been recognized as a Top Workplace Minnesota six years in a row and Top Workplace USA five years in a row.

The Office is currently seeking a Financial Analyst in the Residential Utilities Division of the Office.

Financial Analysts in the Residential Utilities Division (RUD) work closely with the division manager and attorneys on contested utility rate increase requests, public utilities proceedings, civil investigations, and other matters that advance the interests of residential and small business utility customers.The position involves the preparation of written testimony, comments, and analysis. RUD Financial Analysts support investigations and cases litigated by attorneys, take primary responsibility for certain matters where appropriate, and serve as expert witnesses in contested case proceedings. Financial Analysts should understand and implement the mission of the Attorney General's Office and be dedicated to public service.

A successful candidate in this position will be able to:

• Support and collaborate with attorneys on contested cases and other matters such as by:

1. Reviewing and analyzing utility filings to identify potential issues for the division
2. Drafting written testimony and discovery, as well as reviewing and providing feedback and supporting analysis for briefs, comments, and other written work
3. Analyzing and synthesizing data into reports for attorneys as needed
4. Conducting research on utility practices, financial issues, and legislation

• Take primary responsibility for Public Utilities Commission (PUC) matters within the financial analyst area of expertise such as:
  1. Reviewing utility filings and staying current on utility developments to identify possible matters for RUD involvement
  2. Drafting written comments
  3. Attending PUC agenda meetings to support attorneys
  4. Participating in stakeholder meetings related to PUC proceedings
  5. Summarizing positions and providing updates to the division manager and leadership

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (combination of in-office work and telework).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in an accounting, finance, economics, engineering, or related fields that require quantitative analysis
• At least 2 years work experience in accounting, finance, economics, engineering, or related fields that require quantitative analysis (additional education can substitute for work experience)
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn:
• investigative techniques, methods, and procedures
• substantive knowledge of public utilities regulation and energy and telecommunications fields
• Skill in:
• organization, planning, attention to detail, and initiative to handle multiple caseload assignments concurrently
• excellent verbal and written communications
• intermediate to advanced proficiency with spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel)
• Demonstrated ability to:
• compile and summarize data and prepare records or reports in a clear, logical, and objective manner that requires minimal editing.
• organize, review, analyze, and summarize large amounts of information
• develop and maintain strong working relationships, contribute positively to a team and work in a diverse, inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment
• Proven ability to show excellent judgement, character, and work ethic

Additional Minimum Qualifications to be considered at the LA8 level include:

• Advanced degree in accounting, finance, economics, engineering, or related fields that require quantitative analysis or equivalent work experience and/or;
• At least 6 years' experience in accounting, finance, economics, engineering, or related fields
• Significant knowledge of and expertise in related subject matter
• Demonstrated ability to:
• lead the work of others with a history of providing training and mentorship
• create, implement, and update systems, policies, and procedures

Why Work For Us

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

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