Graduate Analyst: Regulatory Finance & ESMP Strategy

National Grid Plc; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid's Graduate Development Program in the Northeast US offers a year-long development path for recent graduates. As an Associate Analyst on the Regulatory Delivery and Strategy team supporting the ESMP, you'll work with project managers, finance and regulatory stakeholders to forecast, report, and guide strategic decisions across a portfolio of modernization projects.

The program emphasizes hands-on experience with financial forecasting, project accounting, and regulatory finance, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience with Excel, including pivot tables.
• Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Interest in learning US GAAP and IFRS and financial management systems such as SAP.
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027.
• Ability to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027.
• Valid driver's license with a safe driving history per policy.
• Work authorization in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of regulatory requirements, accounting policies, and financial processes to support the finance team and key stakeholders.
• Support financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis for ESMP capital investments and operating expenses.
• Maintain project and portfolio forecasts, analyze variances, and identify trends across planning horizons.
• Monitor financial data, project work orders, and controls to ensure accurate reporting and cost allocation.
• Build strong relationships with project teams, finance professionals, regulatory stakeholders, and business partners across National Grid.
• Support cost recovery filings through the preparation of cost exhibits and supporting documentation.

Skills

Excel pivot tables

Stakeholder communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration or related field

Tools

SAP

PowerPlan

Job description

National Grid's Graduate Development Program in the Northeast US offers a year-long development path for recent graduates. As an Associate Analyst on the Regulatory Delivery and Strategy team supporting the ESMP, you'll work with project managers, finance and regulatory stakeholders to forecast, report, and guide strategic decisions across a portfolio of modernization projects.

The program emphasizes hands-on experience with financial forecasting, project accounting, and regulatory finance, with