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NorthWestern Energy Financial Operations Analyst in Helena, Montana
54000-85000 per year | Helena, MT, USA | Salary | Finance | Regular Full Time
Financial Operations Analyst
Work Location: Helena, MT
Pay range : Starting base wage of $54,000 to $85,000 per year D.O.E.
Employment Status: Regular Full-time
External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com
Internal candidates apply through iConnect (https://iconnect.nwe.northwesternenergy.com/Employee-Portal/?m) .
About this position:
Provide operational accounting activities and financial analysis for departments within the operations division. Coordinate the divisional accounting requirements, annual and monthly operating and capital budget support, forecasts, and reporting. Utilize SAP and PowerPlan systems for daily activities. Serves as the accounting and finance liaison in the operating division.
We offer great benefits:
NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,500 amazing people and serve 775,300 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:
401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays
Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.
About this job:
Prepare financial analysis for the operating division
Assist in the division's operating budget, capital budget, and forecast development
Establish and maintain an effective system for analyzing operating performance of the various work units
Serves as the primary Finance contact for the operating division
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with division managers. Performs various activities utilizing SAP order & project writing/releasing/closing and financial reporting in accordance with established work process and accounting requirements
Provide monthly analysis of capital and O&M expenditures for the operating areas
Provide operational accounting set-up and support, through an understanding FERC guidelines and requirements
Prepare accounting journal entries
Process cash as necessary for various work processes within operating divisions
Support year-end accounting closing activities.
Maintain the operating area CWIP ledger
Perform necessary billing functions related to damages, customer requested relocates, MDOT, advances, CIAC's and any other not defined here
Perform other duties and functions as appropriate
All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:
Must be able to demonstrate a good safety record
Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills
Minimum: A four-year degree in Business, Finance or Accounting or equivalent with three or more years of related experience
An understanding of operating and capital budgeting processes, financial analysis techniques, financial reporting, and accounting principles
Possess solid written and verbal communication skills, along with strong spreadsheet, word processing, and computer application skills
Demonstrates an ability to use technology to solve business problems
Ability to work well with employees at all levels of the organization
Requisition #4647
Posting Dates: January 28, 2025 through February 11, 2025
Department/Division: Finance
Employment Physical: Not Required
Drug Test: Required
Background Check: Required
Relocation Benefit: Negotiable
Telecommuting: Part-time Negotiable within NorthWestern Energy Service Territory
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com