Director of Financial Planning & Analysis

Location: Rapid City, SD, United States

Job ID: 35320

Date Posted: Jun 28, 2024

Salary: $ 148400 to $ 244850 Annually

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Job Description

Job Specifications

Closing Date:This position is set to close at midnight (CT) on July 14, 2024.

The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is a key financial leader that will work closely with the VP Treasurer and the CFO to guide the financial strategy and decision-making processes of the organization. This role oversees financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis to support business objectives and key results and to drive sustained earnings growth in line with the company’s financial targets. The Director of FP&A will partner with operational and department leadership across the company’s eight-state footprint and collaborate with senior leadership to provide insights, recommendations, and actionable strategies based on rigorous financial analysis.

Pay Range:$148,400 - $244,850

Reporting Relationship:VP Treasurer

Location:Rapid City, SD

A comprehensive relocation package is offered for this position! Details about this package will be shared during the interview and offer process.

Essential Functions:

• Lead the development of annual budgets, five-year financial plans, and forecasts, in partnership and collaboration with operational and department leadership.

• Oversee the identification and analysis of variances between actual performance and forecasts, providing explanations and recommendations to leadership.

• Direct the in-depth analyses of financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks, and provide actionable insights to leadership to support strategic decision-making and drive performance improvements.

• Perform scenario analysis and sensitivity modeling to evaluate the potential impact of various business decisions.

• Prepare and present regular financial reports and performance updates to senior leadership, including preparation of presentation materials for the board of directors.

• Provide input and direction in support of the Company’s financial press releases, SEC filings, and annual regulatory reports.

• Establish and maintain effective internal controls.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions and new service offerings, and provide financial guidance and analysis for business case development and investment evaluations.

• Lead and create efficiencies in budgeting and forecasting processes by implementing process improvements, technology driven solutions and automation; partner with accounting systems to ensure all financial systems are properly operating to capture and produce timely and accurate information.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Build, lead, and inspire a high-performing FP&A organization, ensuring the team has the necessary skills and capabilities to deliver on strategic objectives.

• Other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need:

• Minimum of (10) ten years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or utility regulatory experience and/or a combination of education is required, with a minimum of (3) three years in a leadership role .

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, accounting, finance, economics, or related area required.

What is Desired or Can Be Taught:

• MBA or advanced degree preferred; professional certification (CPA, CMA, CFA) is a plus.

• In-depth knowledge of financial statements and how they drive the business.

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting and complex data analysis.

• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.

• Proven track record of driving results, influencing decision-making, and partnering with senior leadership to achieve business objectives.

• Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, respectfully engaging as a listener and seeking to offer new and unique ideas to drive performance improvements.

• Takes a strategic, collaborative, and proactive approach to problem solving, turning insights into actionable strategies and executable plans.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; a direct communicator who can distill information into a digestible presentation for senior executives.

• Strong people leadership skills and the ability to build solid succession planning.

• Ability to provide leadership and management across multiple geographic work locations; creates a team culture where everyone wants to do their best and deliver results.

• Proficiency in financial systems and software, such as ERP systems (e.g., UI Solutions, Oracle), BI tools (e.g., Power BI), and Excel.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company:We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.

Wage: 148400 to 244850

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