JOB SUMMARY:The Planning/Budget Analyst, under minimal supervision, performs a variety of analytical, technical work associated with the preparation of budgets, outlooks, and strategic plan inputs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide reporting tools and financial analysis for business and project managers for their respective business functions and projects.
• Coordinate the preparation of annual budget and strategic plan, including revenue, capital, and OandM budgets.
• Collaborate with executives and project managers to develop a budget.
• Forecast and track financial results throughout the year to meet budget projections.
• Collate, analyze and interpret data to develop a snapshot of existing financial operations and translate operational reporting into meaningful financial forecasts.
• Prepare monthly OandM and capital outlooks/forecasts and budget reports.
• Provide accurate annual budget and monthly outlook/forecast information reporting to parent companies for consolidation.
• Monitor spending to ensure it remains within budget.
• Prepare monthly variance analysis reports and work with business unit managers to explain significant variances.
• Organize budget templates and data in a clear and intuitive manner.
• Help identify financial or operating risks associated with the execution of the budget or project.
• Perform analysis of labor and other ad hoc financial analysis and reports as requested by management team.
• Work closely with finance group at ENSTAR and SEMCO to ensure clear communication and accurate and timely reporting.
• Prepare presentations for management.
• Perform special analytical projects as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 2-5 years of related work experience. Utility accounting/finance experience preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Managerial Accountant (CMA) preferred
• Knowledge regarding the public utility accounting process preferred
• Ability to pass drug and background screening
• Valid Alaska driver's license

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, to deal effectively with a variety of interpersonal relationships and situations
• Ability to sift through information and ask relevant, focused questions
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and various personal computer business software applications presently used by ENSTAR and ability to learn new applications
• Proven organizational and analytical skills, including the ability to evaluate data, and prepare reports, graphs, tables and charts
• Knowledge of accounting practices and procedures; ability to perform related tasks
• A broad understanding of ENSTAR's policies, procedures, systems, and the flow of transactions in the Accounting area
• Ability to work well with minimal supervision

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must maintain a positive work atmosphere through effective interactions and communications with co-workers, customers and management
• Must maintain a safe environment for co-workers, customers and the public through adherence to established safety standards and timely reporting of potential hazards
• Must adhere to ENSTAR's policies and procedures related to the code of business ethics, compliance, responsible use of assets, and all applicable state and federal laws

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements. Other duties may be assigned.

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