Manager FP&A (hybrid)

NiSource Careers; Columbus, Cleveland (OH, OH); Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the utility sector is seeking a Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis in Columbus, Ohio. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills to guide a team in delivering accurate financial planning and analysis. The successful candidate will work in a hybrid model, contributing to strategic financial decisions and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The position offers a competitive salary range based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in Finance or Accounting.
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and analysis for the company.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to execute financial plans.
• Prepare financial performance data for management.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Relationship Building

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Financial Systems

Job description

Description

Manager Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• This is a true Corporate FP&A budget role. Team is looking for an experienced leader (7+ direct reports) with strong executive presence and communication skills. .

• We are looking to hire someone to work in our Columbus, Ohio office on a hybrid schedule (2 days a week in office-moving to 3 days a week in office in September)

Summary

Provides value-added financial planning and analysis services across NiSource in support of our short term and long-term financial aspirations. This includes leading aspects of the annual financial and business plan process, monthly results and rolling forecast analysis, management and Board reporting along with ad hoc financial analysis.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Proactive leadership, communication and collaboration with key stakeholders in the planning process and guiding team to successful execution of all aspects of financial plans and targets

• Builds and maintains a strong partnership with utility, corporate and operational leaderscreating a cohesive working relationshipregarding financial plan inputs, results and implications

• Leads/drives/executesaccurate, reliable and comprehensive plans and supporting datathrough a full understanding of financial plans (revenue, O&M, capital, FFO, etc.) and interdependencies.

• Ensures high quality financial plan process including appropriate reviews and leadership alignment

• Leads/Directs the preparation, compilation and distribution of timely and accurate financial performance data and variance analysis for internal and external stakeholders

• Identification of business drivers of financial performance and financial plan impactsto provide leadership with operational insight to influence decision making

• Participates as key financial planning representative in cross-disciplined teams developed to research and analyze corporate business issues

• Lead business case analysis and ad hoc financial support across NiSource

• Responsible for coaching, mentoring, and developing financial analysts

• Delegates and empowers team members to execute with autonomy

• Identification/implementation of continuous improvement opportunities & best practices; development/implementation of new processes as well as communication and change management leadership

• Development of financial presentations for Senior Management and the Board of Directors including impact on EPS, O&M Expense, Capital Expenditures, Equity, Long-Term Debt and Dividend activity

• Preparation of monthly, year-to-date and annual financial presentations that provide trends and key highlights into variances to plan and year over year actuals and identification of potential risk and upside

Required Qualifications for Position

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or related discipline

• A minimum of 4 years progressive experience working in Finance, Accounting or other related business field, and willingness to manage and lead all facets of Financial Planning

• Demonstrated strong verbal communication and presentation capabilities

• Ability to build strategic relationships and gain commitment to influence holistic strategic direction

• Strong Microsoft Office skills

• Financial systems experience

• Strong relationship building skills

• Demonstrated continuous improvement and initiative efforts

• Demonstrated financial technical knowledge of interdependencies between business drivers and resulting impact to the financial statements

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

• MBA degree and/or CPA
• Previousleadershipexperience
• Experience and knowledge in Regulatory environment
• Change management experience

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

Salary Range*:

$129,500.00 - $194,300.00

*The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

Posting Start Date:

2025-05-12

Posting End Date (if applicable):

2025-06-09
Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.