Utility Analyst

SCPPA is seeking a highly skilled Utility Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will provide technical and financial support to our organization, assisting in the preparation of the budget and conducting various analyses.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, accounting, or a related field, with a minimum of two years of analytical experience. Advanced degree may be substituted for up to one year of experience.

The current annual salary range for this position is $81,279 to $97,720, depending on experience and qualifications, plus benefits.

• Provide technical and financial assistance in the operation of SCPPA.
• Coordinate and assist in the development, preparation, and presentation of the annual administrative and general expense budget.
• Respond to departments and Members' inquiries on the administrative and general expense budget and cost allocation plan.
• Perform various financial analyses.
• Participate in year-end closing and audit activities.
• Assist in the preparation of financial information and documents needed for bond issuance.
• Assist with annual and continuing disclosure requirements on project debt.
• Conduct special studies by compiling statistical and financial data for financial and operational reports.
• Assist with the issuance of Request for Proposals and the evaluation, negotiation, and approval of service contracts.
• Support contract development and management.
• Assist with the development of analysis, reports, graphic materials, and presentations.
• Participate in the development and implementation of policies and procedures, contract management, records retention, and procurement code.
• Organize department-related electronic files for record retention and to allow Members and SCPPA staff to access records and documents.
• Coordinate between SCPPA Staff, SCPPA-LA, Members, and Project Participants.
• Provide functional support to various SCPPA working groups and committees.
• Establish business relationships with internal and outside entities, including other public utilities, project developers, and regulatory agencies.
• Work with financial advisors, auditors, and other consultants.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, or public administration, or other relevant major.
• Minimum of two years of analytical experience, with advanced degree may be substituted for up to one year of experience.
• Experience in a publicly owned utility or joint powers authority and familiarity with types of electric generation and transmission is preferred.