Strategic Municipal Utilities Rate Analyst

City of San Antonio; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Antonio is seeking an experienced finance professional to oversee regulatory oversight of municipality-owned and franchise utilities. The role involves researching and reporting on contract compliance, public utility rates, and other utility matters for the Public Utilities Supervisor.

You will analyze rate design and cost of service, develop financial models, review budgets, and assist in contract negotiations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of utility rate-making methods (cost of service and rate design).
• Experience with variance analysis.
• Ability to analyze operating and construction budgets.
• Ability to analyze financial plans.
• Ability to operate a computer and basic office equipment.
• Ability to create and use spreadsheets and graphical presentations.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to interact with peers, supervisors and upper management.

Responsibilities

• Review rate studies for recommendations to City Manager and City Council for setting rates.
• Analyze cost of service and allocation of costs in rate development.
• Conduct special studies related to utility issues (revenues, financial plans, fuel forecasts, generation plans).
• Review and analyze utility cash flow and financing plans presented by utilities.
• Develop rate filing requirements and recommendations for rate setting standards.
• Develop revenue estimates from utility sources.
• Review and adjust budgets to align with City policy and conditions.
• Review state legislation and Utility Commission rules and assess impact.
• Review operating and construction budgets of municipal utilities.
• Develop complex financial models and cost allocations for rate development.
• Assist in utility contract negotiations and monitor contracts for compliance.
• Review utility master plans and related projects.
• Review stormwater budgets and capital projects.
• Review capital projects, rates, and special requests.
• Prepare forecast data and amendments.
• Maintain and reconcile monthly financial records and reports.

Skills

Knowledge of rate-making methods

Variance analysis

Budget analysis

Financial planning analysis

Spreadsheet & presentation tools

Effective communication

Interpersonal with management

Physical requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree desirable

Three years’ experience in Finance/Utilities/Contract Review

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of San Antonio is seeking an experienced finance professional to oversee regulatory oversight of municipality-owned and franchise utilities. The role involves researching and reporting on contract compliance, public utility rates, and other utility matters for the Public Utilities Supervisor.

You will analyze rate design and cost of service, develop financial models, review budgets, and assist in contract negotiations.