Staff, Financial Analyst (Virginia Beach)
About The Position
The Staff Financial Analyst provides financial planning, budgeting, analysis, and reporting support across Virginia Natural Gas, with a focus on Operations, Strategy, and Sales. The role supports business units by ensuring accurate financial data, developing forecasts, analyzing variances, and providing insights for strategic decision-making. It also supervises, trains, and develops less senior team members. The position works a hybrid schedule, with four days per week in the office/on-site and one remote day from home; the schedule may change based on business needs. Travel is infrequent (0–5%) and may involve air travel and overnight stays. Reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in financial planning, analysis, accounting, or regulatory support.
- Experience with financial systems and tools such as Oracle, PowerPlan, Hyperion, or Cognos.
- Experience working with senior executives and cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and planning abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
- Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Strategic thinking and business acumen.
Nice To Haves
- MBA, CFA, CPA, or another advanced degree or certification.
- Experience in the natural gas industry.
- Understanding of utility accounting, GAAP, FERC, and SEC reporting.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and communicate budgets and financial reports for business units.
- Analyze financial data and provide variance analysis, forecasts, and strategic insights.
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial planning and reporting cycles.
- Support regulatory filings, rate case preparation, and strategic analysis.
- Perform ad hoc financial modeling and scenario analysis.
- Prepare executive-level presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide financial guidance to non-financial managers and ensure compliance with accounting policies.
- Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Supervise, train, and mentor less senior team members.
- Provide technical direction to team members.
- Manage staff performance and development for performance and success factors.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
