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Finance Business Manager

Puget Sound Energy, Inc

Clyde Hill, WA

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Accounting, Alternative Energy, Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Administration, Business Strategy, Business impact analysis (BIA), Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Tools, Delivery Management, Detail Oriented, Energy Efficiency, Establish Priorities, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Forecasting, Investment Strategy, Leadership, Mentoring, Metrics, Multitasking, Oil and Gas, Operations Processes, Power BI, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Reporting Dashboards, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Storytelling, Technical Analysis, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Clyde Hill, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now.

PSE'sFinancial Planning & Analysisteam is looking for qualified candidates to fill anopenFinance Business Managerposition!

Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.
Job Description

Are you ready to power your career while powering communities? At Puget Sound Energy, our Finance team plays a critical role in fueling the clean energy transformation across Washington state. As the region's largest utility serving over 1.2 million customers, we're not just managing budgets-we're strategically investing in the infrastructure, renewable energy projects, and innovative technologies that will define the Pacific Northwest's sustainable future.

You will collaborate with diverse teams across the organization, from engineering and operations to regulatory affairs, gaining unique insights into the dynamic utility industry while developing expertise that's increasingly valuable in today's energy landscape.

The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to seamlessly transition between deep analytical work and high-level strategic communication, translating intricate technical details and data patterns into compelling executive summaries that drive informed decision-making. The candidate should be comfortable working with granular data analysis while maintaining the ability to identify key themes, trends, and recommendations that can be effectively communicated to senior leadership and board members through concise and compelling presentations and reports.

Upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE's operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities. Promotes and supports a culture of total safety.

Demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.

Job Responsibilities


Works collaboratively with leadership and assists with the development and consolidation of the company's forecasts, budgets, and long-term plans.
Drives for accuracy and timeliness of all reporting related to the financial operations of the department, including forecasts and metrics.
Develop and maintain financial models as needed to provide analysis and guidance to department leadership.
Identifies, initiates and drives improvements in the budget, forecast, and reporting processes to enable the group to function more efficiently and effectively.
Directly supports department leadership with detailed financial analysis and planning, this includes monitoring and reporting on the immediate and long term financial impacts of projects.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail.
Ability to create executive-ready deliverables that distill complex information into actionable insights.
Strong storytelling skills to present data-driven narratives that resonate with senior leadership.
Experience translating technical analysis into business impact and strategic recommendations.
Develops quantitative models independently that are error-free with strong logic that demonstrate a clear understanding of the problem.
Creates and maintains dashboards using data visualization tools, i.e. Power BI.
Solves data road blocks independently and effectively presents solutions and rationale to Directors and above.
Monitors, analyzes and manages workload to ensure optimal time management and prioritization of deliverables.
Capable of driving projects from start to finish with a strong sense of urgency and high quality products.
Ability to coach and mentor more junior level employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications


Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field
7+ years in finance roles with progressively increasing levels of responsibility preferably with time in the utility industry
Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills with the ability to interface effectively with all levels of management
Ability to identify continuous improvement opportunities and takes initiative to drive solutions; works effectively without direct supervision in a fast paced, stressful and multitasking environment

Desired Qualifications


Master's Degree in a quantitative field or MBA
Applicable Finance Certification (CFA, CPA, CTP)
5+ years of experience in the gas and/or electric industry
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and create capacity
Ability to anticipate unique business decisions and situations and respond accordingly
Experience leading and delivering projects under tight deadlines
Work experience in a supervisory role

Additional Information

At PSE, we value our employees and provide them with opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. To learn more about why PSE is a great place to work, see our Employee Value Proposition, which highlights our commitment to employee growth, work-life balance, and meaningful career opportunities in the energy sector.

The pay range for this position is$108,200.00-$180,200.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses.

PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP). For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan. Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year.Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page - Why Work For Us (pse.com).

Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with safe, dependable and efficient energy started in 1873. Today we're building the Northwest's energy future through efforts like our award winning energy efficiency programs and our leadership in renewable energy.

Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law.

Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at jobs@pse.com or 425-462-3017.

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