Graduate Development Program, Associate Analyst, Financial Reporting & Rate Case Support
About The Position
As an Associate Analyst on National Grid’s Financial Reporting & Rate Case Support team, the role helps transform financial data into insights that support business and regulatory decisions. The work includes analyzing financial transactions and statements, supporting reporting activities and rate case filings, and developing knowledge of financial reporting, regulatory analysis, and utility finance. The analyst collaborates with Finance, Accounting, Tax, Procurement, Regulatory, and other business teams. This position is part of National Grid’s year-long Graduate Development Program for recent college graduates. The program includes a three-week in-person orientation, monthly development sessions, mentorship, virtual and in-person development activities, and an immersive hackathon project. Finance graduates participate in a 12-month exploration: six months in this role and a six-month broadening placement before returning to the role. The program is full-time. Candidates must be able to begin on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027, and reside within National Grid’s stated US footprint and a reasonable commuting distance from their assigned primary office.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited institution; preferably in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027.
- Ability to begin the Graduate Development Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027.
- Analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with attention to accuracy and detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively across teams.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employment visa sponsorship.
- Must reside within National Grid’s stated US footprint and within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned primary office.
Nice To Haves
- Internship or work experience in finance, accounting, auditing, tax, or a related field.
- Exposure to financial analysis, reporting, auditing, or regulatory environments through coursework, internships, or professional experience.
Responsibilities
- Support financial reporting, cost allocation analysis, and management reporting activities for business and regulatory decisions.
- Collect, validate, organize, and analyze financial data for regulatory filings, audits, compliance reviews, and internal reporting.
- Prepare analyses, reports, and supporting documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and attention to detail.
- Analyze financial results, trends, and variances in income statements, balance sheets, and other financial data to identify insights.
- Partner with Finance, Accounting, Tax, Procurement, Regulatory, and other business teams to gather information, resolve questions, and support project objectives.
- Contribute to dashboards, data analytics, process improvement initiatives, and special projects that improve reporting quality, efficiency, and decision-making.
- Participate in the Graduate Development Program’s orientation and development activities, including mentorship and a hackathon project.
- Complete a six-month broadening placement within the Finance function and return to this role afterward.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Up to $6,000 in student loan repayment assistance.
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $8,000 annually for undergraduate studies and $10,000 annually for graduate studies.
- Structured development opportunities, mentorship, and ongoing feedback.
- Exposure to leaders, cross-functional teams, and diverse areas of the business.
- Opportunities to build a professional network and industry connections.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
