Financial Analyst II

Duke Energy Corporation•Charlotte, NC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. Job Summary The Financial Analyst II is responsible for reporting, budgeting and providing financial support for the Natural Gas Business Unit (NGBU) FP&A supporting Piedmont Natural Gas and Duke Energy Midwest Gas in KY and OH. The analyst will work closely with teammates, peers, and management on various financial activities including preparation of NGBU internal reporting, monthly and YTD variance reporting at a granular level as well as month end close tasks including journal entries. The position will analyze and research ad-hoc requests, develop reporting, create efficiencies, and effectively prepare presentations for management review and decision making. This position will primarily support O&M work, consulting and partnering with NGBU leadership on financial priorities and challenges but will also be available to assist with capital support as needs arise. This position works closely with the overall Finance organization as well as Regulated Utility Gas Operations Accounting group. Effective communication and relationship building are crucial to succeed in this role. Employees at this level solve more complex problems, in financial areas of specialization, with moderate guidance and direction. Employees are building their knowledge of the organization, processes and customers. Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and the ability to work with limited guidance and direction from others.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with major in Accounting, Finance or related discipline
Two (2) plus years of increasingly diverse or complex experience in related field in addition to degree
Possesses and applies fundamental accounting and finance concepts, practices, and procedures
Experience with financial applications (i.e., PeopleSoft, OneStream, PowerPlan, etc.) and query tools (WebI, PowerBI, cubes)
Experience using Microsoft products such as Excel, Word and Power Point
Must have 2 years (4+ desired) of increasingly diverse or complex experience in a related field in addition to degree

Nice To Haves

4+ years of increasingly diverse or complex experience in related field in addition to degree
Effective communication, both oral and written, and collaboration skills
Analytical and critical thinking skills
Effective time management skills
Graduate degree in Accounting, Business or related fields
Previous experience with budgeting and forecasting
Previous experience with financial analysis
Experience applying GAAP accounting principles
Demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and foster good relationships with teammates and business partners
Operational business support experience
Previous experience in Utility, utility asset or regulatory accounting environment.
Ability to effectively perform at the experienced analyst level, including ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and adhere to strict deadlines and schedules

Responsibilities

Prepare NGBU reporting including the functional O&M, ROCR and ad-hoc requests
Work with others to develop variance explanations of the NGBU results and drivers
Work with business partners to develop O&M budgets and upload into Onestream.
Prepare standard and correcting journal entries
Prepare monthly account reconciliations
Prepare standard monthly reporting, including updating powerBI dashboards
Understand and analyze basic system allocations
Assist with data requests from Regulatory and external auditors and other customers
Provide accounting support as needed
Understand and maintain proper business and financial processes to ensure adherence to internal controls and policies
Identify process improvements and assist in implementation to produce efficiencies at all stages of the finance process