Utility Financial Analyst ; PCN

Job Title and Location

Utility Financial Analyst 4 – Anchorage, Alaska

In addition to supervising, scheduling and coordinating the work of the Finance Section, the UFA 4 conducts detailed technical analysis of utility and pipeline rate filings of the highest complexity, including financial audits of revenue requirement, cost of service, and rate design studies, as well as related testimony and proposed tariff revisions. This position verifies the mathematical accuracy and reasonableness of proposed rates by applying appropriate auditing techniques and generally accepted rate making principles, determining the elements of revenue requirements, including verification and normalization of operating expenses, rate base, allowance for taxes, and establishing the appropriate return on rate base or application of the times interest earned ratio (TIER).

The UFA 4 prepares highly detailed, well-supported recommendations to the Commission for presentation both in writing and orally, in public and adjudicatory settings. This position uses database applications to perform research, and spreadsheet/word processing applications to develop and review calculations and prepare written reports. The UFA 4 works with utility representatives and other Commission staff to ensure proposed rates are accurate and aligned with applicable authority, the Commissioners are well-informed, and Commission rulings are executed within statutory timelines.

• Supervisory:
  Demonstrated experience supervising, scheduling and coordinating the work of others including providing training, overseeing and reviewing work product, monitoring progress and evaluating performance, and serving as liaison between upper management and staff.
• Industry: Demonstrated experience with utility/pipeline carrier rate filings, including revenue requirement, cost of service, and rate design studies, as well as related testimony and proposed tariff revisions; working knowledge of utility/pipeline carrier regulation and issues and the operating practices of the utility industry; ability to understand, interpret, and apply Alaska regulatory statutes and regulations.
• Mathematical:
  Demonstrated experience with utility/pipeline carrier rate development using generally accepted rate making principles, determining the elements of revenue requirements, including verification and normalization of operating expenses, rate base, allowance for taxes, and establishing the appropriate return on rate base or application of the times interest earned ratio (TIER).
• Financial Analysis:
  Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of financial analysis and auditing, forecasting, and modeling to interpret quantitative and qualitative data; includes data modeling, earned value management, and evaluating key financial indicators, trends, and historical data.
• Writing:
  Demonstrated ability to use correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling to produce written information, which may include technical material, for different audiences; ability to write clearly, concisely, and effectively develop conclusions and provide recommendations.
• Presentation:
  Demonstrated experience preparing complex technical reports and delivering oral presentations, making recommendations and fielding questions.

• Accounting:
  Knowledge of traditional accounting practices including accrual, obligations, and cost methods.
• Decisiveness:
  Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, even when data are limited or solutions produce unpleasant consequences; perceives the impact and implications of decisions.
• Planning and Evaluating:
  Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
• Political Savvy:
  Identifies the internal and external politics that impact the work of the organization. Perceives organizational and political reality and acts accordingly.
• Technical Credibility:
  Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call in Juneau or TTY:
Alaska Relay 711 or or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK . The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.