**Financial Analyst** Sutherland, NE, US, 69165-2134 **Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD)** has an immediate opening for a **Financial Analyst** located at **Gerald Gentleman Station** in **Sutherland** , Nebraska. Position closes February 28 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. This position will report to the Financial Planning Manager. **Position Summary** Responsible for coordinating and monitoring the Capital Additions Budget and Plans. This will include assisting the NPPD organization and its business units with following the current required Capital Planning process and reporting. Compile, analyze, and develop recommendations on financial and management cost information for the business unit/facility supported, including the development of short-term and long-range financial plans and budgets for Operations & Maintenance (“O&M”), Administrative & General (“A&G”), and Capital, along with monitoring progress and explaining variances from those plans. Utilizes financial reporting and performance management tools necessary to enable the business unit to plan, measure and evaluate their financial performance. Performs, supports, or coordinates financial performance benchmarking for the business units and provides direct support for financial requirements related to contracts with external entities, including the issuance of invoices as necessary. Create and maintain financial master data for NPPD’s enterprise accounting and costing software. Provides backup support for the District’s SAP Analytics Cloud for Planning System (“SAC Planning System”) and related SAP system. **Education, Training and Experience** Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or computer science; (OR) Associates Degree in accounting or business administration and four years related experience; (OR) High School/GED and 10 years related experience in a related field. Related Experience Experience in financial reporting systems and analyzing financial information. Job duties involving application of technical accounting principles, utility costing, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) reporting, and benchmarking work responsibilities are desirable. **Licenses and/or Certifications** None **Essential Duties & Responsibilities** Establish and maintain an integrated financial plan (O&M, A&G, and Capital) to support the financial objectives of the business unit/facility. Prepare standard, business unit specific, and ad hoc financial reports and analysis for management team. This requirement includes the current year budget, active planning, and the six-year rate outlook plan. Accountable for coordinating and developing the Capital Additions Budget for adoption by the Board of Directors. Prepare all detail and funding reports for Rate Outlook and Board Approved Budget, as well as tracking authorized dollars to budget dollars, evaluating actual spend vs. budget dollars, and identifying areas that are approaching the budgeted dollar amount. Monitor and analyze variations between actual versus planned costs for operating, administrative and capital results. Assess the overall impact of these variances to current period results and year end projections. Monitor and correct monthly entries to accurately reflect financial data which includes accrual journals, pcard transactions, and invoicing corrections. Advise and provide guidance to business unit personnel on O&M versus capital designations for projects. Assist in the categorization, planning, cost performance tracking, and monitoring of expenditures and provide periodic financial status on business unit projects. Create and maintain SAP master data objects for both capital and O&M. Establish funding all Capital Additions Budget and plan items to ensure that the District has funding available, that funding is from an appropriate source, such as bond proceeds, revenues, etc., and that limits are not exceeded. Coordinate and prepare all Monthly Capital Board Reports. **_Accountable for other duties as assigned._** **Core Competencies** Customer Focus Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion Integrity/Excellence Public Service/Environmental Stewardship Safety **Salary Information** _-_ Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview. **Pay Grade -** 12 Monthly **Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range:** $6,288.00 - $7,860.00 **Travel Required:** Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) _Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview._ Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District. **_Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer_** We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States. **Benefits** Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world. **Salary** Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. **Retirement Savings** NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing. **Health & Wellness** At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles. **Other Benefits** Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.