Finance Manager, FP&A - Military veterans preferred

Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.

Summit is a growing natural gas utility company providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri and Oklahoma. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence, diversity and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We have an exciting opening for a Finance Manager, FP&A. This position offers the flexibility to work remotely from TX, or in an on-site or hybrid capacity from one of our AR, OK, MO, or ME offices.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position will serve a critical role in supporting FP&A and Operations through financial leadership.  As a direct report to the company’s Director of Financial Planning & Analysis, this position will be responsible for leading the planning, reporting, and analysis of the business operations.  

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive financial budgeting, reporting, forecasting, and analysis for the company's operations group, providing insights to support decision-making and achieve financial goals.
• Prepare and present clear, data-driven stakeholder presentations that translate financial results and forecasts into actionable insights.
• Collaborate with management at all levels to identify key business issues, build consensus, and develop action plans to enhance core operations and business strategies.
• Support business planning efforts by contributing to discussions that drive operational efficiency, growth, and profitability.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting tasks to address business needs, identify trends, and support cost optimization and risk management efforts.
• Stay informed of developments in the utility and energy sectors, applying industry knowledge to anticipate trends and support company strategy.
• Enhance financial processes, systems, and tools to improve accuracy and efficiency in reporting, forecasting, and budgeting activities.
• Participate in special projects that impact the company's financial performance, ensuring timely completion and alignment with business goals.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 10 years of experience in financial planning & analysis. Included within those years of experience, at least two years in the utility industry

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES 

• Ability to manage and lead cross functional projects by leveraging support from others outside the FP&A team.  Must possess the ability to influence others without direct position power to earn credibility and trust.
• Ability to conduct and interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis with the proven ability to communicate complex financial concepts and data in an understandable manner to all levels of management and staff.
• Experience within the Energy industry, especially regulated utilities
• Demonstrated success in consulting effectively with all levels of management including executives.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to successfully interface with executives, senior management, peers, vendors, and others in order to influence outcomes and ensure smooth operations to support company goals
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills and meticulous analytical capability.
• Highly proficient in all Microsoft Office suites of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Strong ability to take initiative and manage multiple projects successfully while maintaining an even-keel approach and commitment to deadlines.
• Mentor and develop junior personnel

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home. 

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.