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Associate Regulatory Financial Analyst (Electric & Gas Public Utilities) HYBRID
04/13/2023 Locations Westwood-MACheck out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!
Our Team
We have a unique opportunity to join our growing Revenue Requirements team as an Associate Regulatory Financial Analyst. The regulatory and revenue requirements team works to ensure a fair financial balance among the interests of regulators, customers, and shareholders through various legal proceedings in the state of Massachusetts.
The role of a regulatory financial analyst is a non-traditional accounting/finance role where you will be working cross functionally to support regulatory filings submitted to the Department of Public Utilities (“DPU”). As a regulatory financial analyst, you will be responsible for reconciling revenues and expenses used in various cost tracking mechanisms. You will prepare schedules to be included in distribution regulatory filings for the Eversource electric and gas operating companies of Massachusetts. You will play a key role in driving regulatory strategy, supporting information requests and questions received from the DPU, Attorney General’s Office (“AGO”) and other stakeholders, while supporting the expert witnesses testifying to each filing.
Our team is at the center of ensuring Eversource is compliant with the regulatory requirements in Massachusetts as a public utility company – we offer a great career growth within our team and company.
The role is a hybrid role based in Westwood, MA for two days a week and remotely for 3 days a week.
Essential Functions
Responsible for compiling financial and accounting information related to revenue filings submitted with the state regulator, the MA DPU.
Supports the testimony of the expert witness (representing the Company) before the DPU on topics covering a multitude of regulatory issues, such as reconciling filings (or cost trackers) related to:
Energy Efficiency
Grid Modernization Plans
Advanced Metering Infrastructure Programs
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Programs
Battery/Energy Storage Programs
Geothermal Programs
Distribution rate cases
Storm Cost Recovery
Low Income Arrearage Forgiveness and Residential Assistance Programs
Basic Service and Transition Charges
Cost of Gas Adjustments
Gas System Enhancement Programs
Eversource annual budget and business plan forecasts for the above-mentioned programs
Prepares work papers in support of company filings and information requests received from various internal and external stakeholders.
Docket management of regulatory proceedings to ensure deadlines are known and met
Contributes to streamlining or improving existing procedures and eliminating or replacing outdated processes
Identifies and raises to manager any potential regulatory risks, impediments, and communicates progress against goals
Researches current industry trends and industry-related legislation pertinent to the business area
Ability to work in an operating environment that requires both the application of generally accepted accounting and economic principles and ratemaking/regulatory principles
Technical Knowledge/Skills
The Associate Analyst must be comfortable interacting with third parties such as lawyers, consultants, and regulatory staff in multiple states, and peers within industry
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment in order to meet regulatory deadlines
Strong knowledge of basic accounting theory and financial principles
Strong knowledge of accounting practices and procedures
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to assess situations and reach conclusions objectively
Strong teaming skills, is eager to learn, contribute and collaborate to support the achievement regulatory compliance
Strong time management and organization skills, ability to adapt quickly to changing environments, see your responsibilities through to their conclusion
Microsoft Excel advanced skills required
Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or closely-related discipline required.
Experience
Positions available for both entry-level and experienced analysts.
1-3 years business, finance, accounting, legal or related experience would be hired at the Associate Analyst level.
Internships: Open to applicants that are fulfilling a cooperative (co-op) education or internship requirement with an opportunity for a future employment offer.
Preferred Experience, Not Required
Application of revenue requirements theory as well as the applicable regulations pertaining to Eversource cost tracking mechanisms.
Understanding of deferred accounting principles for public utilities
Understanding of the concepts related to rate base and operating income as they pertain to the Companies’ return on equity
Accounting research techniques
Compensation and Benefits
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The salary range for this position starts at $69,580.00 and the market rate is $77,310.00, plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for an overview of our benefits.
Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
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Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.
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Eversource requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by their first day of employment. If you have any concerns regarding compliance with this requirement, you will need to discuss your concerns with Eversource’s HR department after you have been made a conditional offer of employment. Eversource does not require applicants to discuss vaccination status prior to receipt of a conditional offer of employment and complies with all applicable laws.
Emergency Response:
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.