Financial Analyst, Utilities Finance

Responsibilities

• Coordinate direct utilities payments through a third‑party processor and accounts payable workflows.
• Develop annual store‑level budgets for direct and landlord utilities across multiple budget cycles.
• Incorporate procurement activities into budget planning and adjust forecasts accordingly.
• Deliver forecast variance analysis versus plan.
• Track escrow adjustments and year‑end invoices related to landlord utilities.
• Manage month‑end close activities, ensuring P&L accuracy.
• Perform timely account reconciliations with a solid understanding of aging.
• Provide monthly utility usage by commodity for each store for Annual Impact Reporting.
• Partner with the ESG team to satisfy reporting requirements.
• Support the collection of green certificates tied to deregulated contracts as needed.
• Identify high‑usage outliers and collaborate with the utility analyst to investigate.
• Assist Facilities in evaluating the impact of energy‑reducing capital projects (LED, HVAC, EMS).
• Collaborate within the Utilities Finance Team and across the broader organization.
• Present data in clear, audience‑friendly visuals.
• Prepare and deliver accurate, well‑supported financial analyses and ad hoc reporting.
• Complete assignments within established timeframes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1+ years of related work experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with PeopleSoft or the ability to run PeopleSoft queries is a plus.

Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Excel
• PeopleSoft

Benefits

• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
• Strong Company Culture
• Employee Resource Groups