Lead Senior Utility Regulatory Auditor

The Energy Resources Department of the Industry Analysis Division seeks to fill a Lead Senior Utility Regulatory Auditor position to perform analysis related to energy issues that affect Missouri’s investor-owned utilities and their customers.

The Missouri Public Service Commission regulates investor-owned electric utilities in Missouri. We ensure that Missourians receive safe and reliable utility services at just, reasonable and affordable rates. The Energy Resources Department is responsible for reviewing and making recommendations to the Commission regarding fuel adjustment and other cost recovery mechanisms. Energy Resources also does true-up and prudence reviews of adjustment mechanisms that have been allowed by the Commission.

• Handle highly complex issues in multiple auditing areas that requires a high degree of technical and substantive knowledge in utility regulations, accounting, and regulatory auditing.
• Review filings related to investor-owned utilities related to periodic fuel adjustment clause (FAC) rate adjustments and prudence reviews for each utility’s FAC, Missouri Energy Efficiency Investment Act (MEEIA) portfolio, and Renewable Energy Standard Rate Adjustment Mechanism.
• Perform prudence reviews of costs and revenues related to fuel adjustment clauses, Demand‑Side Programs Investment Mechanisms, and the Renewable Energy Standard Rate Adjustment Mechanisms.
• Coordinate technical aspects of cases before the Commission.
• Negotiate with utility representatives and interveners.
• Review legislative proposals and participate in rule making.
• Provide input and testify on issues as an expert witness.
• Position may require occasional in and out of state travel.

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, economics, business administration or a closely related field and;
• Four or more years of professional auditing experience, including three or more years in a regulatory environment that provides a broad view of regulation, utility operations, cost evaluation, and management analysis.
• Familiarity with energy markets, resources, technologies and standards a plus.
• Must have strong interpersonal, communication, active listening, and writing skills.
• Personal computer experience required, with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access software applications required.
• Ability to work within a team setting or independently is required.
• Must have initiative and strong work ethic.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck.

• Health insurance 1st of the month following start date.
• 10 hours paid sick and vacation time each month.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Optional life, medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• State employee pension plan and deferred savings program (with up to $75 match).
• Potential telecommuting options, flexible work schedules, physical fitness opportunities, and tuition reimbursement.