NorthWestern Energy is hiring: Financial & Data Analyst in Great Falls

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Montana Work Location open to Billings, Bozeman, Butte, Great Falls, Helena or Missoula

Qualifications Include

• Bachelor's degree in: Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, budget planning, or related role
• Strong proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; experience with SAP and budgeting tools preferred
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau preferred or demonstrated ability to learn
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build strong partnerships with senior leaders
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and be self-guided in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus [getintoenergy.org] (click here to certify at no cost)

Duties Include

• Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Lead the development, consolidation, and analysis of annual budgets and financial forecasts across multiple departments
  • Collaborate with senior leaders to monitor financial performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions
  • Maintain budget models and forecasting tools to ensure accurate, timely, and transparent financial planning and budget performance forecasting

• Financial Analysis
  • Lead or support the development of financial performance reviews, cost-benefit analyses, and ROI evaluations to support strategic initiatives
  • Prepare and present financial reports and dashboards for senior leaders and department heads
  • Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through variance analysis and financial modeling

• Data Analytics, Benchmarking & Reporting
  • Lead and support the design and maintenance of key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to monitor business metrics across multiple departments
  • Use data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Excel) to communicate financial, operational, customer and employee engagement insights
  • Automate recurring reports and streamline data collection and validation processes
  • Lead and support benchmarking initiatives by identifying best practices, analyzing industry trends, and comparing organizational performance to peer organizations to drive continuous improvement and strategic decision-making
  • Utilizes artificial intelligence tools and techniques to automate data analysis, enhance forecasting accuracy, and uncover insights that inform strategic and operational decisions

• Cross-Functional Support
  • Serve as a finance liaison across departments including Customer Care, Communications, Human Resources, Safety, Labor and Energy Efficiency
  • Support strategic planning efforts by aligning financial and data insights with organizational priorities
  • Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting in response to leadership requests

All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics

Ensure self and others' actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

Full-time position.

$55,600 to $97,200 starting annual base wage with career advancement opportunity up to $125,400 annually. Benefits include: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents; Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); Employee Assistance Program (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents); Life Insurance (company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available); tuition reimbursement; competitive pay (scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities); paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities; paid training opportunities; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.

Open through September 4, 2025.

Apply online at: https://northwesternenergy.applicantpro.com/jobs/3836164

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Utilities

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