The Missouri Public Service Commission is seeking a detail-orientated, professional individual to fill a Financial Analyst position in our Financial Analysis Department, Jefferson City office.
This position is of a technical nature, requiring the ability to effectively analyze financial information and the ability to accurately prepare and present financial recommendations or testimony in utility rate cases. The employee in this position must be able to communicate analysis in an effective manner with little supervision and a degree of independent judgment. Financial Analysts must possess a high level of competence, responsibility, professionalism and integrity. Must be familiar with general financial theories and financial practices that include general knowledge of financial models, including investment valuation and cost of capital models such as the Discounted Cash Flow Model, the Capital Asset Pricing Model, and knowledge of credit rating methodologies. This position will also coordinate future securitization cases and audit collections of securitized utility tariff charges to ensure the proper amount is being collected from ratepayers. Occasional in and out-of-state travel may be required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration, or a closely related field and 0-3 or more years of professional or technical experience in accounting, auditing or relevant fields (substitutions may be allowed). Must be familiar with general financial theories and financial practices that include general knowledge of financial models, including investment valuation and cost of capital models such as the Discounted Cash Flow Model, the Capital Asset Pricing Model, and knowledge of credit rating methodologies. Good communication, interpersonal skills, and writing skills are essential. Computer experience required with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access software applications preferred.
Starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience. The annual salary range is $56,230 – $60,054 plus benefits. Benefits include 13 paid holidays annually, 10 hours paid sick and vacation time each month, potential telecommuting options, flexible work schedules, physical fitness opportunities, and tuition reimbursement. The position also offers optional life, medical, dental and vision coverage, and the state employee pension plan. To be considered for this position, please send application, resume and provide a copy of each transcript from all colleges/universities attended by 5:00 pm by May 17, 2024 to MO Public Service Commission, Reference Number FB020524, PO Box 360, Jefferson City, MO 65102 or via e-mail to pscjobs@psc.mo.gov. For additional information, visit https://psc.mo.gov/General/Career_Opportunities.