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Arizona State Hospital

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Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$51K - $92K/yr

Knowledge: • Knowledge in technologies, operations and procedures of the utility industry, including utility accounting • Knowledge of accounting principles and statistics. CPA or accounting ...

PSG Global Solutions

Accountant

Newark, NJ · On-site

Desired- Not Required CPA Public utility experience Hyperion and Powerpoint experience. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. IF THIS IS ...

City of Gastonia

DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC UTILITIES

Gastonia, NC · On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

... accounting and finance as related to water and wastewater utility operations; ability to prepare ... Ten years of managing public utilities system administration and operations or related department ...

Integrated Resources INC

Accountant

Newark, NJ · On-site

Desired- Not Required CPA Public utility experience Hyperion and PowerPoint experience. Additional Information We do have referral bonus of $500 per candidate, if you refer any of your friends or ...

State of Indiana

Utilities Accountant

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$70K/yr

Utilities Accountants are needed for conducting the financial analyses and auditing necessary to ... witness in utility ratemaking and matters of public policy. This role requires extensive ...

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Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Arizona State Hospital
Hospitals • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$51K - $92K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

RESIDENTIAL UTILITY CONSUMER OFFICE The Residential Utility Consumer Office (RUCO) was established by the Arizona Legislature in 1983 to represent the interests of residential utility ratepayers in rate-related proceedings involving public service corporations before the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC). RUCO accomplishes this charge primarily through its staff of financial analysts and attorneys. In addition, RUCO participates in a number of policy matters that also affect the rates paid by and services received by residential ratepayers.
Public Utilities Analyst V
Job Location:
1110 West Washington Street Suite 202 Phoenix, Arizona 85007
Posting Details:
Annual Salary Range: $51,625 - $92,573 Based on Experience Grade: 24 This position will remain open until filled
Job Duties:
Duties of the Public Utilities Analyst V position include:
• Reviewing and developing RUCO's recommendation(s), relating to the Company's revenue requirement, rate design, adjustor mechanisms, and other matters
• Participating in working groups to develop procedures or policy recommendations to the Executive Deputy Director, Counsel and Public Utilities Manager
• Providing expert testimony and creating and presenting exhibits in utility rate cases, financing(s), and other matters
• Interpreting complex financial and economic data in order to develop RUCO's recommendations
• Identifying emerging trends in the gas, electric, water, and telecommunications industries
• Participating in working groups to develop operating procedures, policies, and testimony
• Preparing data requests related to Company rate case filings and testimony
• Preparing timely and accurate filings before the ACC
• Responding to technical telephone calls and emails
• Participating in ACC rulemaking as appropriate
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge:
• Knowledge in technologies, operations and procedures of the utility industry, including utility accounting
• Knowledge of accounting principles and statistics. CPA or accounting/finance degree preferred
• Broad knowledge of current issues in electric, gas, and water and telecommunications industries
• Considerable knowledge of economic concepts of public utility regulation and ratemaking
• Strong knowledge and experience with excel software and the google platform
• Knowledge of the Arizona Corporation Commission's regulatory process
• Knowledge of group dynamics and group facilitation skills
• Knowledge of rulemaking procedures
Skills:
• Skills in explaining and supporting recommendations clearly in writing and verbally
• Skills in making effective and clear presentations to a variety of audiences
• Skills in reviewing and analyzing utility company data independently
• Skills in using various computer programs and statistical models
• Proficient in Microsoft excel and word, as well as google docs
• Skills in drafting and modifying rules
Abilities:
• Ability to problem solve in variable situations requiring analytical interpretive, evaluative, and/or constructive thinking within broadly defined policies and objectives
• Ability to work with and lead (if required) stakeholder working groups to achieve consensus findings
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to speak in public
• Ability to lead others
Pre-Employment Requirements:
• Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver license record checks, required to maintain acceptable driving records and complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.11)
• Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver license appropriate to the assignment
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.
Benefits:
The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Vacation plus 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Sick leave
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Note that enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment
Contact Us:
• If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Sherry Garcia at sgarcia@azruco.gov for assistance

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