Job Description

Introduction

The incumbent assumes responsibilities for financial activities, including but not limited to, preparing, monitoring and forecasting departmental capital budgets, as well as monthly and year-end accruals.This position will frequently interact with multiple levels of the organization.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

* Performs duties under general supervision
* Prepares and monitors departmental capital Budgets
* Tracks and forecasts expenditures to prevent budget overruns and forecast revenue shortfalls
* Prepares monthly budget variance reports for various reporting segments
* Internal consultant, answering questions from company personnel on budget matters
* Reviews departmental expenditures and make recommendations on reducing costs
* Participates in the performance of all ongoing financial activities for both internal and external customers
* Compiles, calculates and prepares bills for third party customers in an accurate and timely manner
* Conducts the preparation and distribution of statistical data as required by FERC and other agencies as well as those for intra-company needs
* Demonstrates a working knowledge of key budget initiatives
* Identifies and understands budget issues, problems and opportunities, comparing data from various sources to draw conclusions and implement effective process changes to maximize opportunities
* Understands technical/professional terminology and developments associated with budgeting
* Compiles and provide accurate accounting for monthly and year end accruals
* Attends budget meetings throughout service territory
* Other duties as assigned by management

Required Qualifications for Position

* Bachelors Degree in Business Management, Finance or Accounting
* Possess a working understanding of the State and Federal Regulatory requirements

Senior Analyst:

* 3+ years of experience in developing budgets
* Working with and supporting business leaders
* 3-6 years of experience in finance, accounting, regulatory or a related field
* Requires multiple functional experience
* Must have excellent planning, organization, verbal and written communication skills
* Must have successful track record in the area of finance/accounting
* Must have the ability to perform duties effectively under normal, emergency and contingency situations
* Must have working knowledge of GAAP, expenses, and Capital budget development systems, along with other Company accounting procedures.
* Must have proven successful experience relative to basic PC skills
* Must demonstrate our commitment to fair and ethical business dealings, be an effective team member and maintain focus and professionalism under pressure
* Proficient in Lotus Notes, Microsoft Word and Excel
* Working knowledge of Transmission/Distribution Operations
* PC skills - CBS, MAPPS

Disclaimer

This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

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, genetic information, 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.

How To Apply

For immediate consideration, please apply on-line at careers.nisource.com before March 3rd!