Energy Risk: Lead Financial Analyst, Senior Financial Analyst, or Financial Analyst (Depends on Experience)

Closing Date to Apply: Until Filled

Wage:

Lead Financial Analyst: $109,324.80- $191,318.40

Senior Financial Analyst: $97,323.20- $156,707.20

Financial Analyst: $86,569.60- $139,380.80

Benefits: This link below will provide you with Grant PUD’s benefit that may be available if hired. Different employee types are eligible for different benefits.

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Position Summary

The Power Portfolio Strategy business unit’s Lead Financial Analyst – Energy Risk (LFA-ER), leads Grant PUD’s energy risk management activities. The LFA-ER is responsible for assessing, monitoring, and reporting on energy risks and hedging activities for the power commodity, including: (1) The power portfolio risk register; (2) Managing the development, implementation, and monitoring of the power portfolio’s Value at Risk (VaR) metric; (3) Managing the development, implementation, and monitoring of ESM’s risk reporting; and (4) As assigned risk analysis work in support of ESM’s the business activities directly impacting the power portfolio.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Lead Financial Analyst:

• Directs and oversees the monitoring, tracking, and reporting for risk analytics that support the improvement in accuracy and maturity of the energy risk register. Key responsibilities and tasks for managing the energy risk register include, but are not limited to:
  
  • Financial modeling and development of energy risk studies,
  • Direct and execute the process for updating and modifying the risk register and existing risk parameters,
  • Direct and execute the implementation of new risk parameters including coordination with the Power Portfolio modeling team,
  • Direct and execute energy risk related research, analysis, and communication to internal and external stakeholders,
  • Leads coordination with other Grant PUD business units for gathering information and data on work that impacts energy risk, and
  • Presenting to the key stakeholders including the Grant PUD’s Executive Leadership, the Commission, and ESM’s Leadership Team.
• Serves in the capacity as Project Manager on various energy risk related initiatives to ensure projects are completed accurately, efficiently, and successfully at various levels. The position requires the ability to research and ensure thoroughness and move programs forward to meet established deadlines.
• The position reports to the Sr Mgr of Power Portfolio Strategy but has a dotted line relationship with the Chief Commercial Officer.

Senior Financial Analyst:

• Assists the monitoring, tracking, and reporting for risk analytics that support the improvement in accuracy and maturity of the energy risk register. Key responsibilities and tasks for managing the energy risk register include, but are not limited to:
  
  • Assisting with financial modeling and development of energy risk studies,
  • Assisting with the process for updating and modifying the risk register and existing risk parameters,
  • Assisting with the implementation of new risk parameters including coordination with the Power Portfolio modeling team,
  • Assisting with energy risk related research, analysis, and communication to internal and external stakeholders,
  • Assists with coordination with other Grant PUD business units for gathering information and data on work that impacts energy risk, and
  • Occasional presenting to the key stakeholders including the Grant PUD’s Executive Leadership, the Commission, and ESM’s Leadership Team.
  • The position reports to the Sr Mgr of Power Portfolio Strategy.

Financial Analyst:

• Assists the monitoring, tracking, and reporting for risk analytics that support the improvement in accuracy and maturity of the energy risk register. Key responsibilities and tasks for managing the energy risk register include, but are not limited to:
  
  • Assisting with financial modeling and development of energy risk studies,
  • Assisting with the process for updating and modifying the risk register and existing risk parameters,
  • Assisting with the implementation of new risk parameters including coordination with the Power Portfolio modeling team,
  • Assisting with energy risk related research, analysis, and communication to internal and external stakeholders,
  • Assists with coordination with other Grant PUD business units for gathering information and data on work that impacts energy risk, and
  • Occasional presenting to the key stakeholders including the Grant PUD’s Executive Leadership, the Commission, and ESM’s Leadership Team.
  • The position reports to the Sr Mgr of Power Portfolio Strategy.

• Demonstrate commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and Grant PUD/IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations.
• Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality on all matters of review and effectively communicate at various levels of the organization and externally as necessary.
• Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to:
  • Following all safety policies & procedures
  • Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions;
  • Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor; and
  • Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety

Required Experience and Education

Lead Financial Analyst:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field OR two years additional relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Seven or more years of experience in Finance, Economics, Energy Risk, Data Analytics, or related area.

Senior Financial Analyst:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field OR two years additional relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Five or more years of experience in Finance, Economics, Energy Risk, Data Analytics, or related area.

Financial Analyst:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field OR two years additional relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Two or more years of experience in Finance, Economics, Energy Risk, Data Analytics, or related area.

Required License and Certifications

• A valid State driver's license. Occasional travel to other Grant PUD locations is required.

Preferred

• Master's degree in finance, accounting, economics

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Knowledge/advance knowledge in financial analytics
• Knowledge/advance knowledge of Microsoft office suite or Microsoft 365
• Applicable Washington statutes, policies, rules, regulations, and codes
• State and Federal regulations, policies, and laws affecting the utility industry
• Organization and prioritization
• Problem-solving skills
• Written and oral communication and presentations and preparing high quality research, reports, and other written work products

Physical Requirements 

• Position may be eligible for hybrid work arrangement: ☒Yes ☐No
• Majority of work is performed in a standard office setting.
• May perform work from a remote office setting. 
• Must be willing/able to travel as required on an infrequent basis.
• Typical shift of employees in this position: ☒8 hours ☐9 hours ☐10 hours☐12 hours

Majority of work is performed in a standard office setting.

*applicant/incumbent should refer to the Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE).

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas.

Salary : $86,570 - $139,381