Sr. Analyst Field Operations

New Jersey Resources • Wall, NJ

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG), a subsidiary of New Jersey Resources, is seeking a Senior Analyst Field Operations. This role is responsible for the oversight of a multi-year budget and rolling forecasts for labor and allocations, including scenario analysis and variance analysis. The position is heavily involved in the development and maintenance of the Field Operations internal financial management reports. During transition periods, this position will also support major projects within Field Operations, effectively managing all aspects of the project from business case to development to implementation and support. This will involve continuously seeking ways to streamline and automate processes and enhance value through technology. This individual will need to build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders and will be responsible for various disparate financial systems and will serve as a subject matter expert across the financial software suite.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive experience in financial and/or operational analysis required.
• Utility, energy, or regulated industry experience preferred.
• Advanced analytical and technical skills, with expertise in data analysis, financial modeling, and enterprise systems.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Analysis of actuals and projections: monthly analysis of budgets, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Preparation of Senior Management and Board level periodic reports and presentations.
• Monitor and coordinate the development and implementation of projects supporting Field Operations.
• Serve as subject matter expert for various financial meetings, project meetings, operational meetings.
• Generate ideas for future projects around cost reductions, process improvements, technology solutions.
• Seek out best and most cost-effective way of implementing solutions.
• Facilitate discussions around existing projects and potential future projects, and prioritize projects based on value, resource availability, duration etc.
• Provide regular updates to management and project sponsors.
• Assist in the establishment of gas maintenance policies and standards in compliance with Federal, State, local codes and regulations.
• Assist Field Operations Managers in the timely and accurate preparation of annual budget.
• Conduct business studies on past, future and comparative performance.
• Provides information and advice to Field Operations leadership regarding key strategic issues.
• Conducts related research, analyzes and interprets information, identifies issues and prepares and collaborates on solution-based proposals and recommendations.
• Ensures that accurate information is provided to the managers of Field Operations for decision-making.
• Develops presentations from concept to completion relying on subject matter experts within the company.

Benefits

• Day one medical coverage, including prescription, vision and dental plans
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Wellness perks, including free on and off site fitness centers and other programs
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work arrangements with many roles offering hybrid options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior