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Budget & Plnng Analyst

Consumers Energy
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Jackson
1 Energy Plaza Dr (Show on map)
Jan 30, 2025
Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and may be assigned to any Consumers Energy Service Center located throughout Michigan's lower Peninsula. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify). General Summary of Job Responsibilities The Budget & Planning Analyst provides financial support to the business by overseeing spending to ensure that funds are allocated appropriately and used according to plan. Their support includes but is not limited to cost accounting activities (including journal entries and managing loadings and allocations), regulatory filings support, risk and opportunity coordination, forecast and budget development, variance analysis, work order creation/reconciliation/closeout, preparation of financial reports/statements, financial master data management, invoice review, and cash flow management (to include timely analysis/reconciliations). Provide analysis and modeling support for project/program managers, business development, and business area directors. This role will be supporting our Customer Operations portfolio. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Deliver reliable and precise execution of day-to-day Business Operations responsibilities including cost accounting activities; including journal entries and managing overheads and allocations, forecast development, variance analysis, risk and opportunity coordination and cash flow management to include timely analysis/reconciliations Review/audit general ledger (G/L) and work order activity to ensure all activity is properly recorded in accordance with financial policies and procedures including O&M vs. capital Assist in the development of the budget/long term financial plan by providing data and evidence-based analysis and incorporate the workplan into the financial models. Consolidate organizational budgets for review as well as prepare reports and presentations Provide data and financial analysis in support of external/internal customer requirements and audit requests. Review for completeness, accuracy and compliance with company standards Review and understand the cost structure including contract terms, cost workflow, etc. and contributes effectively to the job setup and closeout processes Work with Project Managers and Department Leads to optimize spend and operational efficacies on all projects/work and ensure adherence to work order workflow/management process. Assist in the preparation of financial and compliance reports such as financial statements and budget performance, including monthly budget/forecast to actual variance reports, Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) and Regulatory compliance reports Build, maintain, and troubleshoot moderate to complex Excel financial models; document processes and procedures; recommend process improvements; manage/maintain financial master data Assist in data analysis for regulatory filings by gathering and organizing government, regulatory, and compliance data; prepare for leader review for rate filings, create/support exhibits, conduct reporting for documents used in rate responses Other duties as assigned or may be necessary Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Strong analytical ability, including the ability to quickly and effectively analyze, compare, and interpret data as well as strong problem solving skills Highly proficient in Microsoft Office programs with an emphasis on Excel Knowledge of economic and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and procedures, the financial markets, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the analysis and reporting of financial data Proficient with financial management and analysis software (e.g. SAP, Business Intelligence, Power BI) Skill in collecting and analyzing complex data Ability to present data clearly and concisely Education/Experience Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related discipline with two (2) or more years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, and spend analysis (OR) Associate's DegreeFinance, Economics, Accounting, or related discipline with four (4) or more years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, and spend analysis (OR) High School Diploma/GED with six (6) or more years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, and spend analysis #LI-TR1 Why should you join our team? At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service. What we offer: Competitive compensation packages Medical, Dental and Vision 401k with company match Paid parental leave Up to 13 paid Holidays Paid time off Educational Assistance Program Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don't discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY, capABLE, Interfaith and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership. All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.