Budget Analyst, Fuel Variance - Hicksville, United States - PSEG

PSEG
PSEG
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Hicksville, United States

4 weeks ago

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Description

Requisition: 78272


PSEG Company:
PSEG Long Island


Salary Range:
$ 88,400 - $ 140,000


Incentive:
PIP 10%


Work Location Category:
Hybrid

PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow.

In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories:

onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.


PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees - we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business.

Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.


Job Summary:


The Fuel Variance Analyst ensures that the Company consistently, appropriately, and accurately develops and maintains annual resource related operating budget, Fuel and Purchase Power (F&PP), and 8-year and 20-year projections, implements supporting plans, and monitors ongoing performance.

This position prepares and monitors that portion of LIPA's operating budget associated with all power supply related costs, which, in aggregate, represent over 50% of LIPA's annual revenue.

The person in this position supports preparation of power supply related testimony in various proceedings including rate cases.


Responsibilities:


  • The Fuel Variance Analyst coordinates, collects and evaluates the data from forecasts and back casts of the fuel and purchase power costs, prepares variance and forecasts reports, and researches any significant variance from the approved budget for the current month and yeartodate results. In addition, prepares the summary level variance report for reporting to LIPA. In addition to preparing the operating budget.
  • Responsible for developing and accurately calculating the monthly Power Supply Charge (PSC) that underpins the collection of approximately $2 billion in annual revenue as well as the 6 and 12 month rolling average PSC values used in the balanced billing program. Accurate calculation is critical in order to ensure the timely recovery of costs while minimizing month to month fluctuations in customer bills due to changes in the monthly PSC, which is a direct driver of customer satisfaction metrics. In addition, prepares monthend accruals for various F&PP costs and any reclass entries that may be required.
  • Ensures that all F&PP invoices, accruals and deferrals are correctly recorded in PSEG Long Island's general ledger. Works with various group (Power Portfolios, Accounting, etc.) to ensure all vendor invoices as well as accounting entries that impact F&PP are properly coded.
  • As part of the Department Budget, the Fuel Variance Analyst prepares monthly update of forecasted expenditures for the department as well as an explanation of expense variances for reporting to the Budgeting and Planning Group. Ensures that all departmental costs are charged to the correct order number. Reviews the monthend accruals prepared by the Executive Assistant for accuracy and assists in preparing any reclass journal entries. Assists in researching any invoice payment issues.

Job Specific Qualifications:


Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or related field
  • Minimum of 10 years' experience in finance, quantitative analysis, budget management with at least seven years' experience with the utility industry, working for an electric investorowned or public utility company, a company participating in the electric power markets, as a consultant to a public or private utility, or a similarly situated government policy or regulatory body
  • Experience in the development and use of complex spreadsheets is essential
  • Capacity to meet demanding deadlines and manage multiple projects
  • Ability to translate data into meaningful information to manage the business
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Collaborative with colleagues at all levels towards mutual objectives
  • Ability to work as an individual contributor and as a team member in a fastpaced, multidisciplinary environment

Desired:


  • Master's Degree preferred
  • Experience with accounting systems, such as SAP, Ariba and Catalyst is preferred as is experience with Document Management Systems (SharePoint)
  • Strong business acumen, experience bringing insightful commentary to numbers, recognitio
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