Financial Analyst

Ephrata Headquarters
30 C St SW
Ephrata, WA 98823, USA

Salary: $91,411 – $151,055 annually
Midpoint: $121,233 annually

Grant PUD posts the full salary range for each position. The midpoint is provided as a reference point and is not a guaranteed starting pay. Starting pay is based on job-related factors such as qualifications, experience, skills, internal alignment, and organizational needs. Most new hires are typically placed between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

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Grant County PUD will conduct a background check after a contingent offer of employment has been made, if selected for this position.

Applicants meeting minimum qualifications may undergo further evaluation based on preferred qualifications and other job-related criteria. Only the most qualified candidates will be referred for further consideration.

The District may use the applicant pool and results from this recruitment to fill additional vacancies in the same classification for up to six (6) months following the recruitment closing date, consistent with District policy and applicable law.

Position Summary

Under general supervision, this position performs financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and modeling to support operational and strategic decision-making for the Utility. Responsibilities include analyzing financial performance and trends, monitoring budget variances, developing reports and dashboards, and providing recommendations to support organizational financial goals.

The position collaborates with Finance and operational stakeholders to deliver accurate and meaningful financial insights, support budgeting and forecasting processes, and identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency. The role maintains confidentiality of sensitive financial information and leverages knowledge of finance, accounting, analytics, and utility operations to support informed decision-making.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial models, forecasts, variance analyses, and supporting datasets to support budgeting, long-range planning, and operational decision-making.
• Collect, validate, and analyze financial and operational data to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of forecasts, reports, and financial analyses.
• Analyze financial results, identify trends, and translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations for leadership.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages, including forecasts, variance analyses, and management reports.
• Design and maintain dashboards and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI) to ensure timely, accurate, and meaningful financial insights.
• Drive continuous improvement in data quality, reporting automation, and analytics capabilities.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, tax, and financial reporting requirements.
• Research emerging regulations and assess financial impacts.
• Support development and continuous improvement of financial compliance programs and internal controls.
• Collaborate with Finance and operational teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking, and communicate financial insights to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver budget presentations, financial summaries, variance reports, and long-range planning materials to support leadership decision-making and resource allocation.
• Document financial processes,…