What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst position at Kaukauna Utilities?
Kaukauna Utilities is a community-focused, public power utility committed to safety, reliability, innovation, and exceptional customer service. We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst to support our financial operations and help guide sound business decisions that benefit the customers and community we serve.
The Financial Analyst is responsible for performing professional-level financial analysis to support the utility's budgets, expenses, revenues, rates, and services. This role plays a key part in maintaining the utility's fiscal integrity through data-driven analysis, financial modeling, and reporting. The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, and skilled at turning numbers into actionable insights.
Key Responsibilities
At Kaukauna Utilities, you'll be part of a mission-driven team that helps power the community. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a culture that values innovation and integrity.
Kaukauna Utilities is committed to maintaining a safe, reliable, and productive workforce. As a condition of employment, candidates who accept an offer will be required to successfully complete a background check and drug screen.
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The Financial Analyst is responsible for performing professional-level financial analysis to support the utility's budgets, expenses, revenues, rates, and services. This role plays a key part in maintaining the utility's fiscal integrity through data-driven analysis, financial modeling, and reporting. The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, and skilled at turning numbers into actionable insights.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking.
- Analyze financial data and industry trends to develop models that support organizational decision-making.
- Prepare financial plans, reports, and presentations for leaders across the organization.
- Design, maintain, and enhance automated reporting and forecasting tools.
- Review historical and current financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Evaluate utility performance by analyzing financial statements and performance indicators.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants on grant opportunities.
- Monitor grant compliance and prepare financial reports and cash draw requests.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, statistics, financial management, or a related field (required).
- Three or more years of experience in financial operations, budgeting, or accounting (required).
- Experience in the utility industry or grant coordination is helpful but not required.
- Strong alignment with Kaukauna Utilities' values: safety, customer service, leadership, engagement, trust, and continuous improvement.
- Understanding of municipal government and utility accounting/budgeting practices.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
At Kaukauna Utilities, you'll be part of a mission-driven team that helps power the community. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a culture that values innovation and integrity.
Kaukauna Utilities is committed to maintaining a safe, reliable, and productive workforce. As a condition of employment, candidates who accept an offer will be required to successfully complete a background check and drug screen.
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