SEMCO - Financial Analyst

Washington Gas•Port Huron, MI

57d•$68,000 - $98,750

About The Position

Join our Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team as a vital contributor in a collaborative support role! As a Financial Analyst on our FP&A team, you'll be at the heart of our business partnering efforts - owning the preparation, reporting, and ongoing updates of budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses related to operations and maintenance (O&M) expenditures. This position is perfect for someone who thrives on turning financial data into meaningful insights and enjoys building partnerships across the business.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field (preferred).
Minimum of 3 years of experience in finance, accounting, or budgeting/forecasting.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and present financial data in a way that's digestible and useful for operational stakeholders.
Skilled in creating engaging presentations using visuals and clear messaging to highlight summaries and key insights.
Solid knowledge of financial statements, including the ability to trace transactions from journal entries through to final line items.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities, with confidence in interfacing across various organizational levels and with a range of financial literacy.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and overall proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of US GAAP is preferred.
Familiarity with JD Edwards is a plus.
A Master's degree may be considered in place of 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

Partner with operational teams to communicate financial results and projections.
Prepare clear, actionable reports that summarize financial outcomes and provide detailed supporting data.
Conduct regular meetings with operational stakeholders to gather updates, review actuals, and support the annual budgeting process.
Collaborate closely with accounting teams to research and explain variances, clarify transactional activity, and resolve financial inquiries.
Ensure proper usage and understanding of data structures and chart of accounts.
Foster strong working relationships with both Finance colleagues and cross-functional partners.
Adapt quickly to shifting priorities, consistently meet tight deadlines, and contribute flexibly to ad hoc projects.