Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, related discipline or equivalent experience
Advanced degree in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting preferred
Five (5) plus years related work involving extensive exposure to financial analysis or accounting
Experience with operational finance preferred
Strong working knowledge of financial, accounting, and regulatory rules and regulations
Understanding of Eversource operating structure and ability to apply the impact of financial decisions
Strong analytical, written and communication skills
Ability to make decisions independently regarding financial analysis problems, methods and reporting solutions
Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively work with multiple levels of management
Strong leadership skills, ability to foster teamwork, and a desire to learn new and efficient ways of accomplishing work assignments
Familiarity with accounting and reporting systems (such as PowerPlan, Cognos/TM1)
No need for immigration sponsorship; must be able to work hybrid schedule (at least three days in office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, up to five days if needed)
Responsibilities
Partner with electric field and operations leaders to ensure expense and capital operating budgets are consistent with investment and budget performance for all projects
Work closely with the Accounting Department to provide financial support, analysis, and consultation for monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on budget variances
Re-forecast O&M and capital budgets based on year-to-date results and other financial information
Perform financial assessment of various projects and assist business area with preparation of capital project authorizations
Perform some accounting work and allocate vendor invoices to various cost areas
Conduct financial analysis of expense and capital projects
Prepare cost/benefit analysis for spending decisions
Develop financial models related to budgets or forecasts
Prepare annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and variance analysis
Prepare, monitor, and report Expense and Capital expenditures against budget and forecast for assigned operating area and make recommendations for course corrections
Prepare special reports and studies, as requested
Interact with personnel within and outside the organization, including senior management and various corporate organizations