Financial Analyst II

What makes us great...

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

What you'll be working on...

• Support the development of strategic plans, budgets, financial forecasts, financial modeling, performance indicators, and target benchmarks.
• Support the production of a monthly reporting package with variance analysis against prior year, budget, and forecast, including operating expense, gross margin and/or capital analyses, projections, and reports.
• Perform detailed analysis of cost allocations and report on changes and trends from budget and period-over-period results.

• Create and analyze moderately complex monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and ensure financial information has been recorded accurately and completely.
• Capture and report key performance indicators, highlight notable trends and analyze causes of unexpected variances.
• Conduct thorough research of historical financial data to analyze trends to support executive leadership decisions.
• Assist in reviewing accounting transactions for financial accuracy.
• Partner and liaise with operations and corporate functions to collect the individual pieces of data and information required by required filings and/or reports.
• Complete special financial studies, e.g. cost of service studies, return on equity, capital structure, and depreciation.
• Support preparation of Rate Case filings, specific to revenues and expenses.
• Prepare feasibility studies for capital investments.
• Assist management with merger and acquisition proforma and analysis.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Manager, Financial Analysis.

Who you are...

• Four-year degree in Accounting/Finance or a related business field is required.
• Minimum of three years of business planning, financial analysis or other related finance experience required.
• Must be able to communicate in a clear, concise manner.
• Proficient knowledge in the Microsoft Office suite of software, namely: PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Knowledge of the Epicor suite of software.
• Knowledge of Utilities International Financial software.
• Knowledge of Microsoft FRx suite of software.
• Knowledge of Business Objects and related software.
• Knowledge of company tariffs.
• Must have a high level of initiative and be able to be self-directed.
• Must be able to prioritize multiple requests simultaneously.
• Must seek efficiencies in all areas to create overall process improvement.
• Must be able to respond creatively to unique situations.

What's in it for you...

• Flexible work arrangement
• Competitive base salary based on successful candidate's background as it relates to the job requirements as well as internal equity considerations
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com