Regulatory Financial Analyst - Levels

What You'll Do

This position involves, among other things, research, analysis, technical and persuasive writing, and written and oral presentations for utility consumer advocacy in such forums as the PUCO and FERC. Written and oral presentations can include testimony and cross‑examination in hearings. The employee will work with analysts, attorneys, retained experts, and others on projects, including legal cases, for consumer protection.

• Analyze and dissect complex economic issues in utility filings.
• Deep dive into revenue requirements, including rate base, O&M, depreciation, and taxes.
• Assess the impact of proposed rate changes on consumer bills.
• Represent OCC as a witness in regulatory proceedings (standard rate cases, alternative rate making, grid modernization, capex riders, etc.).
• Leverage your financial expertise to analyze financial statements and return on equity models (i.e., CAPM, DCF).
• Utilize industry‑leading market intelligence platforms to stay ahead of trends (S&P Global).
• Collaborate with PUCO, utilities, and consumer advocates to reach fair settlements.
• Become familiar with PJM energy and capacity markets including standard service offers (SSO/SCO) auctions.
• Manage and improve a database of historical tariffs.
• Assist in crafting public comments and legal discovery requests.
• Build strong relationships with regulators and advocate for consumer interests.
• Stay current on industry developments through conferences and training (EUCI, EEI Rate School).
• Partner effectively with legal, public affairs, and operations departments.
• Share your expertise and insights with leadership.
• Guide and mentor analytical department interns.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website!

• Flexible Hybrid Schedule
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  Work‑life balance with remote work Monday‑Wednesday and in‑office Thursday and Fridays.
• Location
  : 65
  
  E. State St. (Capitol Square Building).
• Modern Workspace
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  Nice offices, access to a comfortable and collaborative building lounge.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF):
  The Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel is a qualifying employer for the PSLF program.
• Medical Coverage
  :
  Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
• Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
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  Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
• Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
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  Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave; 11 paid holidays per year; childbirth/adoption leave.
• Employee Development Funds
  :
  State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on union status.
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS):
  The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement; the employer contributes 14% of the employee’s salary.
• Deferred Compensation
  :
  Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan.

The preferred candidate will have 5+ years of experience in utility regulation, including familiarity with utility regulatory proceedings, accounting, finance, rate‑making principles, economics, and/or equivalent experience. Candidates should be familiar with working with and synthesizing large datasets. Applicants must have at least a bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, or other related degree. A graduate degree is preferred. Applicants should demonstrate excellence in oral and written communications, including persuasive writing and making technical issues understandable.

A thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (including Excel, S&P Global, Word, Outlook, SQL—a plus), online research, and other technology used in consumer advocacy is expected.

Negotiable within state government standards.

Full‑time

8:30 AM - 5:30 PM