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NorthWestern Energy

Financial & Data Analyst

NorthWestern Energy, Billings, Montana, us, 59107

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NorthWestern Energy . The role is open to locations in Billings, Bozeman, Butte, Great Falls, Helena, or Missoula. Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, budget planning, or a 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. Duties

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 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. Utilize 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. This is a full-time position with a starting annual base wage of $55,600 to $97,200 and career advancement opportunities up to $125,400 annually. Benefits include 401K with company match, healthcare and wellbeing programs, Health Savings Account (HSA), and more.

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