Regulatory Financial Analyst - Various Levels

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

PSLF eligibility

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Job summary

Ohio Consumers' Counsel in Columbus seeks a Regulatory Financial Analyst to analyze economic issues in utility filings, assess rate-case impacts, and represent the OCC as a witness in hearings. The role involves financial analysis, cross‑functional collaboration, and use of market intelligence tools to advocate for consumers.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in utility regulation, strong written and oral communication, and proficiency with Excel, S&P Global, Word, and SQL.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in utility regulation or closely related fields.
• Familiarity with utility regulatory proceedings, accounting, finance, rate-making principles, economics.
• Ability to synthesize large datasets and communicate technical concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex economic issues in utility filings.
• Assess impact of proposed rate changes on consumer bills.
• Represent OCC as a witness in regulatory proceedings (rate cases, etc.).
• Analyze financial statements and ROE models (CAPM, DCF).
• Utilize market intelligence platforms (S&P Global) to track trends.
• Collaborate with PUCO, utilities, and consumer advocates to settlements.
• Familiarize with PJM energy/capacity markets and standard service offers.

Skills

Data analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, or economics

Tools

Excel

S&P Global

Word

Outlook

SQL

Job description

What You'll Do

This position involves, among other things, research, analysis, technical and persuasive writing, and written and oral presentations for utility consumer advocacy in such forums as the PUCO and FERC. Written and oral presentations can include testimony and cross‑examination in hearings. The employee will work with analysts, attorneys, retained experts, and others on projects, including legal cases, for consumer protection.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Analyze and dissect complex economic issues in utility filings.
• Deep dive into revenue requirements, including rate base, O&M, depreciation, and taxes.
• Assess the impact of proposed rate changes on consumer bills.
• Represent OCC as a witness in regulatory proceedings (standard rate cases, alternative ratemaking, grid modernization, capex riders, etc.).
• Leverage your financial expertise to analyze financial statements and return on equity models (i.e., CAPM, DCF).
• Utilize industry‑leading market intelligence platforms to stay ahead of trends (S&P Global).
• Collaborate with PUCO, utilities, and consumer advocates to reach fair settlements.
• Become familiar with PJM energy and capacity markets including standard service offers (SSO/SCO) auctions.
• Manage and improve a database of historical tariffs.
• Assist in crafting public comments and legal discovery requests.
• Build strong relationships with regulators and advocate for consumer interests.
• Stay current on industry developments through conferences and training (EUCI, EEI Rate School).
• Partner effectively with legal, public affairs, and operations departments.
• Share your expertise and insights with leadership.
• Guide and mentor analytical department interns.

What’s In It For You

• Flexible Hybrid Schedule: Enjoy a work‑life balance with remote work Monday‑Wednesday and in‑office Thursday and Fridays.
• Location: 65. E. State St. (Capitol Square Building)
• Modern Workspace: Nice offices, access to a comfortable and collaborative building lounge.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): The Office of the Ohio Consumers' Counsel is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Medical Coverage: Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
• Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance: Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
• Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance: Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave; 11 paid holidays per year; Childbirth/Adoption leave.
• Employee Development Funds: The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union‑exempt employee or a union‑represented employee.
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System: OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
• Deferred Compensation: The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Candidate Requirements

• The preferred candidate will have 5+ years of experience in utility regulation. This experience should include familiarity with utility regulatory proceedings, accounting, finance, rate‑making principles, economics, and/or equivalent experience. Candidates should be familiar with working with and synthesizing large datasets.
• Applicants must have at least a bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or economics or other related degree. A graduate degree is preferred.
• Applicants should demonstrate excellence in oral and written communications, including persuasive writing and making technical issues understandable.
• A thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (including Excel, S&P Global, Word, and Outlook, SQL- a plus), online research, and other technology used in consumer advocacy is expected.

Job Location

United States of America, OHIO, Franklin County, Columbus

Compensation

$100,000 - $110,000

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

About Us

The Ohio Consumers' Counsel advocates and educates to secure for Ohioans affordable, reliable, and equitable residential utility services that are essential to their well‑being.

The Office of the Ohio Consumers' Counsel, the State's voice for millions of Ohio residential utility consumers, seeks an employee with a passion for public service to serve as Regulatory Financial Analyst in the Analytical Department. This position is an opportunity to help consumers, including at risk and low income Ohioans, regarding their electric, natural gas, telephone, and water utility services. Since the legislature created the agency in 1976, we have sought lower utility bills and reliable utility service for residential consumers.

At OCC, we put Consumers First.

We currently offer a hybrid work environment.