Lead Analyst, Treasury

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

The Lead Treasury Analyst is responsible for supporting the treasury operations of a regulated natural gas utility, focusing on cash management, debt and liquidity management, bank relationships, and financial risk mitigation. This individual contributor role works closely with internal finance teams, external banking partners, and regulatory bodies to ensure the company maintains optimal liquidity and compliance with financial and regulatory requirements.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Cash & Liquidity Management:

• Monitor daily cash positions, ensuring sufficient liquidity for operational and strategic needs.
• Analyze and forecast short-term and long-term cash flow to optimize working capital management.
• Assist in managing the company's credit facilities, ensuring compliance with covenants and availability of funds.
• Support investment and borrowing decisions, aligning with corporate policies and risk management strategies.

Banking & Capital Markets:

• Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions, supporting negotiations for credit agreements and treasury services.
• Support bank account administration, including opening/closing accounts, maintaining authorized signatories, and ensuring operational efficiency.
• Support the execution of debt issuances, refinancing, and other capital markets transactions in line with the Financing Plan.
• Assist in developing and implementing strategies to optimize capital structure and financing costs.

Treasury Operations & Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, treasury policies, and regulatory requirements related to cash and investments.
• Analyze and recommend improvements for treasury processes, leveraging automation and best practices.

Regulatory & Compliance:

• Ensure treasury activities comply with FERC, state utility commissions, and other regulatory mandates.
• Assist in preparing regulatory filings and reports related to financing and treasury activities.
• Support financial planning and analysis teams by providing insights into funding costs, interest expenses, and liquidity risks.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education required of the position

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required; MBA or CFA/CTP designation preferred.
• Experience with cash forecasting, debt management, and financial risk management.
• Knowledge of FERC accounting and regulatory reporting requirements preferred.

 Minimum experience required of the position

     •   Minimum of 5 years of treasury, corporate finance, or banking experience, preferably in a regulated utility or energy industry

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities preferred of the position

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in treasury management systems, ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle), and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of capital markets, financial instruments, and risk management strategies.

 Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

    • None

About Delta Utilities

Delta Utilities is a leading natural gas utility with a focus on safe, dependable service to customers. Headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, the utility will serve nearly

600,000 customers and become one of the leading natural gas providers in Louisiana and Mississippi and among the top 40 providers in the United States.

In 2023, Entergy announced that it had entered into an agreement with Delta Utilities to sell its Louisiana gas distribution business. The natural gas utility currently serves more than 200,000 customers across East Baton Rouge and Orleans parishes. In February 2024, Delta Utilities entered into an agreement with CenterPoint Energy to acquire its Louisiana and Mississippi natural gas businesses, which currently serve approximately 381,000 customers. Once the transactions are complete, Entergy's Louisiana natural gas operations and CenterPoint Energy's Louisiana and Mississippi natural gas systems will be operated by Delta Utilities. Learn more: https://deltautilities.com/

Delta Utilities and associated entities are equal-opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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