1

Utility Finance Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Develop recommendations and materials to enable decision-making Required Skills/Attributes Strong understanding of utility finance, economic principles, financial modeling techniques. Development of ...

S. public utility finance or accounting environments. • Solid understanding of fixed asset accounting, depreciation, asset ledgers, inventory controls, and core financial reporting principles. • ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Utility Finance information

See salary details

$10

$19

$32

How much do utility finance jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for utility finance in the United States is $19.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Utility Finance vs Utility Accounting?

AspectUtility FinanceUtility Accounting
Required CredentialsFinance degree, certifications like CFA or CPAAccounting degree, CPA certification
Work EnvironmentFinancial planning, investment analysis, budgetingFinancial record keeping, compliance, reporting
Employer & Industry UsageUtility companies, financial institutionsUtility companies, accounting firms

Utility Finance focuses on financial strategy, investment analysis, and budgeting within utility companies, while Utility Accounting handles financial record keeping, compliance, and reporting. Both roles require similar credentials but serve different functions in the financial management of utility organizations.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in Utility Finance, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Utility Finance often navigate complex regulatory environments, fluctuating energy markets, and the need for precise long-term financial planning. A key challenge is staying updated with changing policies and balancing cost control while ensuring infrastructure investments. Building strong cross-functional relationships with engineering, regulatory, and operations teams can help address these challenges, as well as leveraging specialized financial software to enhance forecasting and reporting accuracy.

What is Utility Finance?

Utility Finance refers to the management of financial operations, planning, and analysis within utility companies, such as those providing electricity, water, or gas. Professionals in this field handle budgeting, rate analysis, investment planning, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting specific to the utility sector. Their work ensures that utilities remain financially healthy while meeting regulatory requirements and providing reliable services to customers. Utility finance specialists often work closely with engineers, regulators, and executives to support strategic decisions and long-term sustainability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Utility Finance, and why are they important?

To thrive in Utility Finance, you need a solid background in accounting, financial analysis, and understanding of utility regulations, typically supported by a finance or accounting degree. Familiarity with financial modeling software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and regulatory reporting tools is important. Strong analytical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills help professionals effectively interpret complex data and collaborate across departments. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate financial planning, regulatory compliance, and strategic decision-making in the utility sector.
More about Utility Finance jobs
What states have the most Utility Finance jobs? States with the most job openings for Utility Finance jobs include:
Infographic showing various Utility Finance job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,029 per year, or $19.7 per hour.
PUBLIC UTILITY ANALYST I - 61000308

PUBLIC UTILITY ANALYST I - 61000308

MyFlorida

Tallahassee, FL • On-site

$47K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


State Of Florida rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 180 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

47th of 50 rated states


Job description

Requisition No: 876852 

Agency: Public Service Commission

Working Title: PUBLIC UTILITY ANALYST I - 61000308

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 61000308 

Salary:  $47,668.08 

Posting Closing Date: 08/31/2026 

Total Compensation Estimator Tool

Public Utility Analyst I

Florida Public Service Commission

Division of Accounting and Finance

Career Service - Open Competitive

Tallahassee, FL

Application Deadline: Continuous

$47,668

Our Mission: 

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.

 

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!

Division of Accounting and Finance:

The Division of Accounting and Finance is instrumental in determining the rates charged by Florida's investor-owned electric, natural gas, and water and wastewater utility companies. Processing utility company rate changes includes analyzing filings and expert testimony, presenting staff expert-witness testimony, developing interrogatories and cross-examination questions, holding customer meetings, and presenting recommendations to the Commission including recommendations regarding the profit that utility companies should be allowed to earn.

Description of Job Duties:

The position will compile and analyze utility data, communicate the results of the reviews both verbally and in writing, participate in meetings related to the regulation of investor-owned utilities, and attend training opportunities to obtain skills necessary for success in the position. The incumbent will fill a position in the Finance and Tax section.  

Finance and Tax: The duties associated with this position include reviewing utility cost of capital, financial statements, and related testimony on utility finance and tax issues.

Minimum Qualifications:  

Four years of relevant work experience in the area of accounting, finance, mathematics, statistics, public administration, business administration or economics 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.

Preference will be given to applicants with a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Special consideration will be given to applicants with the ability to review, analyze and evaluate data and who are able to effectively communicate both verbally and 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.  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.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  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.  Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 


What State Of Florida employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom