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PUBLIC UTILITIES AUDITOR

Boise, ID ยท On-site

$23.91 - $41.21/hr

Accounting and financial practices of utility companies. Good knowledge of: * Management practices; supervisory skills; * Microeconomics; * Public utility ratemaking theory and practice. Experience:

Two years of experience in public utility accounting or appropriate public accounting, taxation field or other related work experience. Tax Analyst III: ($73,460 - $91,830) * Bachelor's Degree with a ...

Two years of experience in public utility accounting or appropriate public accounting, taxation field or other related work experience. Tax Analyst III: ($73,460 - $91,830) * Bachelor's Degree with a ...

Two years of experience in public utility accounting or appropriate public accounting, taxation field or other related work experience. Tax Analyst III: ($73,460 - $91,830) * Bachelor's Degree with a ...

Two years of experience in public utility accounting or appropriate public accounting, taxation field or other related work experience. Tax Analyst III: ($73,460 - $91,830) * Bachelor's Degree with a ...

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How much do public utility accountant jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for public utility accountant in the United States is $81,814.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $93,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a public utility accountant?

A Public Utility Accountant is a financial professional who specializes in managing and analyzing the financial records of public utility companies, such as those providing electricity, water, or gas. They ensure compliance with regulatory standards, prepare financial reports, and help set rates by analyzing costs and revenues. Their work is essential in helping utilities operate efficiently while meeting legal and public accountability requirements.

What are some common challenges faced by public utility accountants, and how can they be addressed?

Public Utility Accountants often encounter challenges such as navigating complex regulatory requirements and ensuring compliance with changing government standards. Additionally, they must manage large volumes of financial data from multiple departments and maintain accurate records for audits. These challenges can be addressed by staying up-to-date with industry regulations, implementing strong internal controls, and leveraging specialized accounting software designed for the utilities sector. Collaborating closely with regulatory agencies and cross-functional teams also helps streamline processes and improve compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a public utility accountant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Public Utility Accountant, you need a solid background in accounting principles, regulatory compliance, and utility rate structures, often supported by a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with industry-specific accounting software, FERC accounting systems, and relevant certifications like CPA are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are essential to excel in the role. These skills ensure accurate financial reporting, regulatory adherence, and clear communication with both internal stakeholders and external regulatory bodies.

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PUBLIC UTILITY ANALYST I - 61000306

Tallahassee, FL โ€ข On-site

MyFlorida
Public Administrationย โ€ขย 10K+ employees

$47K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago


Job description

Requisition No:ย 880896ย 

Agency: Public Service Commission

Working Title: PUBLIC UTILITY ANALYST I - 61000306

ย Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number:ย 61000306ย 

Salary:ย  $47,668.08ย 

Posting Closing Date: 10/30/2026ย 

Total Compensation Estimatorย Tool

Public Utility Analyst I

Florida Public Service Commission

Office of Auditing and Performance Analysis

Career Service - Open Competitive

Tallahassee, FL

Application Deadline: Continuous

$47,668

Our Mission:ย 

The Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) is committed to making sure that Florida's consumers receive some of their most essential services - electric, natural gas, telephone, water, and wastewater - in a safe, reasonable, and reliable manner. In doing so, the FPSC exercises regulatory authority over utilities in one or more of three key areas: rate base/economic regulation; competitive market oversight; and monitoring of safety, reliability, and service.

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The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

  • State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options (For more information, please click https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health);
  • Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click https://myfrs.com);
  • Paid Leave of Absence benefits, including Personal and Sick Leave;
  • Nine paid holidays and one paid Personal Holiday each year;
  • State Employee Tuition Waiver Program - Six credit hours per semester with the state college/university system;
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
  • Deferred Compensation Plan;
  • Tax Beneficial Flexible Spending Accounts;
  • Flexible Work Schedules;
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - Student loans can be forgiven after 10 years of qualified public service, certain eligibility requirements must be met. (For more information, please click http://studentaid.gov/publicservice);
  • And more!

Office of Auditing and Performance Analysis:

The Office of Auditing and Performance Analysis (APA) is responsible for technical reviews in all industries, and may include financial, compliance, management, and operational analyses. The APA analysts conduct reviews of utility-related records and data, and they provide independent verification of utility filings and statements.

Description of Job Duties:

The position will conduct comprehensive reviews of data used to prepare utility filings and perform independent analysis of the utility documents supporting the filing. The comprehensive review requires the position to compile, analyze, and verify data and communicate the results in writing. This is technical, analytical work involving complex regulatory filings such as recovery clauses, staff-assisted rate cases and other utility rate-setting proceedings.

Minimum Qualifications: ย 

Four years of relevant work experience in the area of business administration, economics, accounting, finance, mathematics, statistics or public administration is required. An associate degree and two years of relevant work experience OR a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university may be used as an alternative for the years of required experience.

Special consideration will be given to applicants who are Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), Certified Internal Auditors (CIAs), and those applicants with the ability to review, analyze, and evaluate data and present their conclusions in writing.

Information verifying answers to the Qualifying Questions must be found on the Employment Application.

Background investigations, including criminal history record checks and education verifications, will be conducted on all applicants recommended for hiring. You may be required to provide your Social Security Number in order to conduct this background check.

Employment Eligibility:

Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The Florida Public Service Commission participates in the Department of Homeland Security's Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify) to assist in this required verification process.

Civil Service Law requires all males born after December 31, 1959, to register with the Selective Service System unless they meet certain exemptions under the law. Failing to register when required makes one ineligible for appointment.

Preference in appointment and employment shall be given to veterans and other persons as required by Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, Veterans' Law. Applicant must provide the required proof of preference at the time of submitting an application.

We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

EEO/AA and Accommodation:

The state of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the Commission's Human Resources Section must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

Post-Employment Restrictions:

Pursuant to Section 350.0605(2), F.S., former Commission employees are prohibited from appearing before the Commission to represent any client regulated by the Commission on any matter in which he/she had participated and which was pending at the time of his/her termination.

Pursuant to Section 112.313, F.S., FPSC Senior Management Service or Selected Exempt Service employees shall not personally represent another person or entity for compensation before the Commission, for a period of two years following vacation of his/her position.ย  Exceptions to this law are provided for former Commission employees who are employed by another agency of State government and those employed by the Commission prior to January 1, 1995.

How to Apply:

You may apply on-line for this position at https://jobs.myflorida.com/go/Public-Service-Commission/2818000/. If you experience problems applying on-line, please call People First Staffing Administration toll free at 1-877-562-7287.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE. ย Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes,ย candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.ย  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.ย ย Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.ย  Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.ย  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.ย