Analyst Rate Regulatory Natural Gas Utility

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Delta Utilities is seeking an experienced and dynamic, Rate and Regulatory Analyst or Senior Analyst to play a critical role in ensuring the organization’s compliance with regulatory requirements and support strategic initiatives related to regulatory matters.

This individual will be responsible for supporting the Company’s regulatory initiatives and activities in day-to-day responsibilities. This role will support compliance, performance rate and reconciliation filings, support rate case and other filing data request processes, conduct analysis for regulatory matters and legislative proposals, research, track and complete internal management updates, and support the engagement with the various regulatory authorities in advocating the Company's position on accounting, rate making, and other regulatory issues and to comply with orders from regulatory authorities and current tariffs covering multiple natural gas utility companies.

The position can be filled as an Analyst or a Senior Analyst depending on qualifications.

• Evaluate information for reports, exhibits, and recommendations related to regulatory filings and tariff filings, including forecasting and analysis related to utility rates and tariffs
• Calculate, prepare and support the analytical requirements for regulatory filings and general rate case proceedings (i.e. cost of service activities, rate impact analysis, and preparation of filing requirements)
• Analyze data related to regulatory compliance, rates, and tariffs to support decision-making and regulatory filings
• Calculate and document periodic updates to rates and riders
• Analyze the potential impact of regulatory changes on the company’s operations and financial performance
• Represent the company in regulatory proceedings, hearings, and meetings with regulatory agencies
• Conduct detailed analysis of proposed regulatory policies and legislation, assessing their potential impact on the company
• Work with billing department to establish billing procedures that comply with tariffed rates and terms of service
• Monitor and analyze federal, state, and local regulations that impact the natural gas utility industry
• Ensure the company’s compliance with all regulatory requirements by preparing and submitting necessary reports, filings, and documentation
• Develop and implement processes to maintain ongoing compliance with regulatory changes
• Work with industry associations, regulators, and other stakeholders to influence regulatory policies in line with the company’s interests
• Develop and present policy recommendations to senior management and regulatory bodies
• Maintain accurate records of all regulatory activities, filings, and communications; report on regulatory matters to senior management as needed
• Work closely with internal departments on regulatory matters
• Provide regulatory guidance and support to other departments to ensure compliance with applicable regulations
• Engage with regulatory agencies, industry groups, and other external stakeholders to build and maintain positive relationships
• Serve as a point of contact for regulatory inquiries and provide timely and accurate responses
• Participate in industry forums and conferences to stay informed of regulatory trends and best practices

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, accounting or a related field.
• Desired:
  Master’s degree, CPA or equivalent experience is desired

• Analyst: 1 to 3 years of experience in regulatory accounting, rate analysis, accounting and finance related fields, preferably within the utility sector.
• Senior Analyst: 2 to 4 years of increasingly complex experience in regulatory accounting, rate analysis, accounting and finance-related fields, preferably within the utility sector.

• Strong knowledge of regulated utility tariffs, rate-making procedures and processes, and demonstrated capabilities in the required analytics/financial competencies
• Strong understanding of regulatory processes, utility rate-making, and compliance requirements
• Working knowledge and understanding of regulated utility rate making,…