Regulatory Accountant & Ratemaking Expert

State of Nevada; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Nevada’s Public Utilities Commission of Nevada seeks a Regulatory Accountant in Carson City to audit and analyze utility accounting data, make adjusting entries, and support regulatory ratemaking. Ideal candidates have advanced degrees and utility-regulation experience, with CPA/CMA/CFA desirable.

Responsibilities include testimony, data analysis, and collaboration across financial, legal, and engineering teams to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Audits general rate change applications and analyzes filings for utilities.
• Reviews licenses, certificates, and ownership changes.
• Interprets and defends testimony before commissions or committees.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present testimony as needed.
• Analyze and write rebuttals consistent with policy and statutes.
• Collaborate with engineers, economists, auditors, and legal staff.
• Track compliance and monitor regulatory charges and funds.

Skills

Audit and analysis of accounting data

Regulatory ratemaking analysis

Developing adjusting entries

Education

Master's degree in finance/accounting/business

Bachelor's degree + 2 years regulated utility experience

Job description

State of Nevada’s Public Utilities Commission of Nevada seeks a Regulatory Accountant in Carson City to audit and analyze utility accounting data, make adjusting entries, and support regulatory ratemaking. Ideal candidates have advanced degrees and utility-regulation experience, with CPA/CMA/CFA desirable.

Responsibilities include testimony, data analysis, and collaboration across financial, legal, and engineering teams to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.