Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Level II or Senior Analyst

Black Hills Energy; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 79,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Job summary

Black Hills Energy in Fayetteville, AR is seeking an FP&A Level II or Senior Analyst to support financial forecasting, budgeting and reporting across multiple teams. The role involves building models, analyzing variances, and presenting business cases to senior leaders.

The position offers relocation consideration, a comprehensive benefits package, and a clear career path within a utility-focused finance function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree qualification in business/finance fields
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting or finance experience (Level II)
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting/finance experience (Senior)

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing models for evaluating new business alternatives
• Assist in developing and maintaining financial plan (budget/strategic plan)
• Develop and maintain flexible financial models producing full financial statements
• Evaluate forecast vs actual results and refine processes
• Perform financial/operational calculations based on key business drivers
• Analyze and interpret company forecasts and results
• Drive continuous improvement of analysis, reporting, forecasting, budgeting and planning
• Support forecasting processes and monthly analyses of results
• Support budgeting software design, build, testing and training

Skills

Excel skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Engineering

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Level II or Senior Analyst

Location: Fayetteville, AR, United States
Job ID: 36539
Date Posted: Nov 3, 2026
Position will close at 12:00am CT on Nov 18, 2026
Salary: $ 79400 to $ 139900 Annually

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:

This role supports multiple teams and states across the company allowing for opportunity to collaborate and understand our business from a centralized function. You'll be a valued team member in a highly cross functional environment that is involved with development & support of financial forecasting and budgeting processes across the company. Performing quantitative analysis of financial data within business units and departments. Preparation of internal financial reporting, supporting business cases presented to senior leaders of the company and adhoc special projects with the ability to take ownership and drive results.

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: $93,150 - $139,900

Reporting Relationship: Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas or Wichita, Kansas

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

Essential Functions:

• Assist in the development of models for the evaluation of new business alternatives that incorporate analysis of key variables.
• Assist in developing and maintaining financial plan (budget and strategic plan) which can be used as a basis for variance analysis against actuals.
• Assist in developing and maintaining logical and flexible financial models that produce a full set of financial statements utilizing existing tools and software in an efficient manner.
• Assist in 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 close process and guides and supports business decisions.
• Perform financial and operational calculation regarding metrics based on key business drivers that provide necessary insight to assist management’s business decision making as directed.
• Analyze and interpret company financial forecasts and results as directed.
• Drive continuous improvement of financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, budgeting and planning as directed.
• Support financial forecasting processes and monthly analyses of financial results.
• Supporting the financial budgeting software; including design, build, testing, and training of other users in the software.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Develop strong understanding of the company’s strategy and business model, including regulatory principles and FERC and GAAP accounting.
• Establish strong relationships across the company to advance effective communication and coordination across departments and companies. Assist various internal departments to develop and implement the company's strategic plan.
• Support non-financially backgrounded teams with forecasting, budgeting, and analysis to drive predictable, accurate results.

What Is Required:

Level II:

• Bachelor's Degree Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering or relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting, finance, regulatory or related field

Senior:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, finance, regulatory or related field
• Proficient 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.

What Is Desired:

• Knowledge of accounting and financial concepts including internal controls.
• Strong problem solving, quantitative and analytical skills with the ability to perform complex analysis.
• Good understanding of financial statements and how they drive the business.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while meeting schedules.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong / Advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of business information.
• Ability to recommend conclusions with minimal supervision.
• Recommend and implement process and technology improvements.

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 dedicatedto our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice.Our diverse culture fuelsunique perspectives, opening doors to new insightsand possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3million 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.

Black Hills Energydoes 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 [emailprotected].

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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