**NiSource Corporate Services (NCS) Regulatory Manager** **Job Summary** The NiSource Corporate Services (NCS) Regulatory Manager provides regulatory optimization, analysis, direct testimony, and process efficiencies for NCS. The manager strategically develops the approach to NSC cost testimony, develops executive-level presentations and presents to Senior Leadership, and performs benchmarking and headcount analysis. The manager is also responsible for sponsoring, supporting, and assisting in the creation of NCS forecasted costs and allocations, working closely with the other Finance leaders, Operating Company policy teams, Legal regulatory teams, and Accounting. **Essential Functions** + Serves as regulatory lead on regulatory filings involving NCS costs, which includes being the NCS witness for regulatory proceedings, developing and coordinating a work plan, testimony, discovery requests and other matters related to a proceeding before regulatory agencies + Strategically develop the approach to NCSC cost testimony across all jurisdictions + Leads the coordination and alignment across internal and external expert witnesses and legal counsel on regulatory filings and initiatives + Develops executive level monthly reporting of actual vs. planned allocation costs to Operating Companies (OpCos), presents analysis monthly to State Presidents and State Leadership + Supports Annual Financial Plan allocation of NCS costs to OpCos + Develops/maintains headcount analysis, understanding drivers, rationale, and OpCo impacts; coordinating with leaders across the enterprise and presents findings to Senior Leadership + Develops analyses on historical, current and projected NCS costs + Performs benchmarking analysis, comparisons by OpCo and peer companies. Develops executive-level presentations and presents to Senior Leadership on findings. + Understands the financial statements, regulatory compact, and interplay between base rates, trackers, and other ratemaking mechanisms; identifies key inputs and assumptions; supports optimizations of regulatory mechanisms. + Strategically develops, coordinates, and executes on identified continuous improvement initiatives by driving change, efficiency and challenging the status quo + Develop and manage strong relationships with external and internal stakeholders to execute regulatory activities related to the goals and objectives of both gas and electric divisions. **Required Qualifications For Position** + Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline + 4-6 years Progressive experience working in Regulatory, Finance, Accounting or other related business field + 1-3 years Experience in the Utilities sector + Strong verbal communication + Proven ability to synthesize complex data and visualize results + Demonstrated continuous improvement and initiative efforts + Demonstrated financial technical knowledge of interdependencies between business drivers and resulting impact to the financial statements + Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization, tailoring the message to fit the circumstances. Presentations must be made with confidence, assurance, and display clarity of thought and proper subject diligence. ​ **Work Authorization** Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. **Inclusion & Diversity** Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners. Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds. Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment. **Equal Employment Opportunity** NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle. **By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.** **Safety Statement** Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits. **Salary Range:** $107,000.00 - $160,500.00 **Posting Start Date:** 2024-11-15 **Posting End Date (if applicable):** 2024-11-29 **Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.** At NiSource, you'll be part of the team serving nearly four million customers throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, who count on us to energize their homes and businesses. Whether speaking with customers by phone, analyzing financial data or installing new gas lines in a neighborhood, you’ll meet exciting challenges each day and make the most of your skills and talents. And you’ll be part of a company that was named by Forbes magazine as one of America’s Best Large Employers. We're looking for talent from all backgrounds. We invite candidates of all abilities to come as they are and do what they love. Through our years of successful growth, we’ve stayed true to our roots by making a difference in the lives of millions of our customers. If you’re interested in joining an inclusive, innovative company that fosters opportunity for growth, NiSource might be the place for you.