Financial Planning Systems Support Supervisor

Nebraska Public Power District; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 105,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Training opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Nebraska Public Power District in Columbus, Nebraska is seeking a Financial Planning Systems Support Supervisor to lead SAC for Planning and SAP Analytics Cloud initiatives within Finance. The role includes user support, training, issue resolution, and process improvements to ensure accurate financial planning data in a collaborative environment.

The supervisor will coordinate with Accounting, Planning, Treasury and Enterprise Technology, delivering enhancements, managing projects, and guiding

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
• Minimum five years in accounting/finance or financial planning with budgeting/forecasting.
• Minimum five years in technical design, development, and support of corporate business systems.
• Hands on experience with SAP, SAC for Planning, or other enterprise tools preferred.
• Knowledge of NPPD operations and processes preferred.
• SAP / SAC certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee SAC for Planning administration, configuration, and maintenance.
• Lead planning system projects, gather requirements, test, document, and implement changes.
• Provide user support and training for SAC for Planning and related tools.
• Coordinate with Accounting, Planning, Treasury, and IT to align system capabilities.
• Manage staff, vendor relationships, and project priorities.
• Run complex financial planning models (debt, metrics, scenario) across cycles.
• Ensure timely population of the reporting package and accurate data.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field

Tools

SAP

SAC for Planning

PowerPlan

Job description

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Columbus, NE, US, 68602-0499

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Financial Planning Systems Support Supervisor located at Columbus General Office in Columbus, Nebraska. Position closes October 16 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.

This position will report to the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager.

Position Summary

The Financial Planning Support Supervisor oversees the administration, maintenance, leadership, and continual improvement of the District’s SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Planning software solution and related planning systems in Finance. This position is responsible for delivering user support, training, system troubleshooting, and enhancements that strengthen the accuracy, reliability, and efficiency of financial planning processes and the Finance team that supports it. The supervisor collaborates closely with Accounting, Planning, Treasury, Finance, Enterprise Technology, and other business units to align system capabilities with organizational planning needs, ensures timely resolution of system issues, and drives process refinements through user feedback and technology optimization. This role is a working technical supervisor and supports key planning activities, oversees planning system projects, and ensures the effective use of planning technologies within Finance.

Education, Training and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field required.

A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in accounting, finance, or financial planning is required, including hands on work with budgeting and forecasting processes, developing financial reports to support business decisions, preparing and analyzing monthly financial statements, and managing annual operating and capital budgets.

A minimum of five years of experience in technical design, development, and support of corporate business systems is required, including configuring and enhancing financial systems, building interfaces and data integrations, developing workflows or automations, troubleshooting issues, managing system upgrades, and translating business requirements into functional and technical solutions.

Hands on experience with SAP, SAC for Planning, or other enterprise reporting and analytics tools preferred.

Knowledge of NPPD business unit operations and process flows preferred.

Licenses and/or Certifications

SAP / SAC certification is preferred.

Oversee administration, configuration, and maintenance of SAC for Planning, ensuring system reliability, data integrity, and optimal performance within Finance.

Manage and supervise assigned staff by providing clear direction, guidance, workload oversight, performance feedback, and support for professional development. Partner with HR on staffing needs and compensation related decisions.

Manage external vendor relationships by serving as the primary point of contact, monitoring performance, coordinating and prioritizing scopes of work, resolving issues, and ensuring compliance with contract terms and organizational standards.

Lead the design, development, and deployment of system enhancements in Finance while coordinating project activities, including requirements gathering, testing, documentation, implementation, and change management, and applying user feedback to ensure accurate results and improve functionality and guide future priorities.

Execute complex financial planning models such as debt, metrics, and scenario models throughout core planning cycles, including the Rate Outlook and budget processes.

Run these models on a timely basis to ensure leadership is working with current information. Ensure models run accurately by maintaining reliable data, updating key assumptions, and validating outputs to support informed financial decision making.

Ensure timely population of the comprehensive reporting package, PowerPlan by maintaining accurate, up to date data and producing reports on schedule to support reliable District reporting and decision making.

Compile, analyze, and update financial plans and budgets for an assigned group of cost centers within SAC. This includes evaluating revenues, expenses, capital project forecasts, and labor hour requirements to ensure accurate, timely, and comprehensive financial planning so that a strong understanding of SAC’s planning processes is maintained.

Serve as the primary liaison between Financial Planning, Enterprise Technology, and business teams, ensuring alignment on planning processes, system functionality, user needs, and support of strategic priorities.

Provide backup support for staff by assisting with workload coverage, answering questions, and helping maintain continuity during peak periods or absences.

Develop and deliver end user training for SAC for Planning, including clear guidance and comprehensive documentation, to ensure employees understand key functionalities and can use the system effectively. Provide ongoing support, create easy to follow resources, and promote consistent adoption of best practices across the organization.

Demonstrate ongoing personal and professional growth by actively pursuing development opportunities and maintaining a high level of personal accountability, consistently modeling honesty, integrity, effective listening, and strong communication skills.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus

Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion

Public Service/Environmental Stewardship

Safety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth.In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

Pay Grade - 15 Monthly

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $9,430.00 - $12,023.00

Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical,training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth.In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.

Retirement Savings

NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.