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Working Title: Financial Analyst 4

Job Class: Public Utilities Financial Analyst 4

Agency: Public Utilities Commission

+ **Job ID** : 87948

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes, see comments

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 08/01/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 08/13/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Public Utilities Comm / Public Utilities Comm-MAPE

+ **Division/Unit** : Regulatory / Financial Analysis Unit

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : Occasionally

+ **Salary Range:** $35.43 - $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 - $109,682 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Professional

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

The Public Utilities Commission (PUC) is hiring their next Financial Analyst 4. This position acts as lead worker and provides financial, accounting and other technical analysis and interpretation of complex gas and electric utility regulatory matters and other energy-related issues for the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission.

Job Duties:

+ To serve as case manager or lead technical staff on complex financial and accounting issues or other issues as assigned in public utility rate cases.

+ **Lead the evaluation and analysis of complex miscellaneous rate, tariff, and service filings by utilities.**

+ Coordinate and execute miscellaneous technical projects relating to energy policy, rate regulation or other regulatory matters as assigned by the Financial Analysis Unit Supervisor.

_Please Note:_

_This career opportunity is based at the PUC offices in St. Paul, MN and is not available for full-time remote work. Candidates must be available to appear for briefings and hearings in St. Paul, MN._** **_This position will be required to work onsite or in-person for at least 50% of scheduled workdays each month (including travel and off-site meetings)._

Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) years of relevant work experience in accounting, finance or economics performing analysis, exercising judgment, and applied knowledge in auditing, corporate accounting or utility regulation.

*Master’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Business or a closely related field may substitute for 18 months of experience.

*Bachelor’s degree in the above areas may substitute for one year of experience.

Applicants who meet the above education/experience requirement will be further evaluated on the following:

+ Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and basic economic, statistical, and financial principles.

+ Strong written and oral communications skills sufficient to explain complex accounting and regulatory concepts and issues clearly and concisely.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Master’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Business or a closely related field.

+ Six (6) years of relevant work experience in accounting, finance or economics performing analysis, exercising judgment, and applied knowledge in auditing, corporate accounting or utility regulation.

+ Strong knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures in Minnesota and/or other state and federal jurisdictions.

+ In depth understanding of the electric, natural gas, telecommunication and/or water industries.

+ Ability to interpret statues, Commission rules and regulations.

+ Ability to explain complex accounting and regulatory concepts clearly and concisely.

+ Experience writing formal reports for external distribution.

+ Experience managing and conducting research and investigations and performing complex analyses related to regulatory accounting, financial evaluations and other related financial issues.

+ Experience leading teams and reviewing the work of colleagues to prepare, organize and disseminate information.

+ Accounting certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, CIA)

+ Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a reference check and background screening.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.