Senior Rates Analyst

Who We Are:

GrandBridge Energy Inc. is guided by a vision to be a leader in energy transformation and driven by a mission to bridge communities to the energy future.  We are proud to provide safe, reliable electricity to over 113,000 customers across the City of Brantford, the City of Cambridge, the Township of North Dumfries, and the County of Brant. Our team of dedicated professionals are committed to helping our communities navigate the transition towards a dynamic and evolving energy landscape.  The principles and beliefs that guide our operations are deeply rooted in our values. Join us in our mission to shape the future of energy.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Employer Benefits Package
• OMERS Pension Plan
• Training and Educational Reimbursement Programs
• Professional Development & Career Opportunities
• Wellness Resources & Healthy Lifestyle Incentives
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Opportunities for Community Involvement

What You Will do:

The Senior Rates Analyst plays a key role in GBE’s financial planning and analysis and regulatory filings.  This position is responsible for compiling data, reporting on, and analysing GBE’s revenue, electricity purchases, and customer statistics; managing the regulatory deferral variance accounts; preparing financial schedules and information for regulatory compliance filings and applications; providing financial support during regulatory applications; and verifying the calculation of new rates on customer bills.

Major Responsibilities:

• Calculate and analyse unbilled revenues and regulatory deferral account balances in accordance with Ontario Energy Board guidelines.
• Create detailed monthly variance analysis on distribution revenue, electricity sales, and electricity purchases attributing variances to consumption, rate, and customer count differences by rate class.
• Prepare and provide analytical support to monthly revenue reporting and commentary that provides a comprehensive summary of performance and reconciles net movements in deferral and variance accounts.
• Support regulatory application filings (e.g., annual rate application) with the Ontario Energy Board by preparing financial models, load forecasts, and distribution system plans. 
• Support annual record keeping requirements with the Ontario Energy Board and prepare industry benchmarking analyses. Participate in year-end audits related to regulatory accounting matters.
• Verify the accuracy of the calculation of new customer rates on customer bills.
• Drive continuous improvement in revenue and regulatory accounting processes, leveraging technology to streamline operations, increase efficiency and improve internal controls.
• Support management with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required.

What You Will Bring:

• Minimum of five years of experience in a finance or regulatory role, and a professional accounting designation is required.
• A sound working knowledge of utility accounting and regulatory issues is an asset.
• The successful candidate will have strong strategic, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact with all levels of management.
• With solid business analysis and planning experience, the candidate is able to handle multiple projects, work under pressure, and exercise good judgement in prioritizing tasks.
• Proficient use in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint, is required.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with multiple stakeholder groups and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.      

How to Apply:

Please forward your resume to careers by October 4, 2024. When applying for the position, please quote “Senior Rates Analyst” in the subject line.

Kindly note, we do not entertain unsolicited referrals or resumes from third-party agencies or recruiters for our job postings.

We appreciate the opportunity to review all resumes, however due to volume, only those under consideration will be contacted. Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment.

GrandBridge Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is AODA compliant.