Analyst III, Financial Planning and Analysis

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Analyst III, Financial Planning and Analysis

nLU Service Corp.

nJoplin, MO, US, 64801

nAlgonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.

nAt Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.

nWe are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

nPurpose

nThe Senior Financial Analyst III plays a key role in supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes. This position delivers actionable financial insights through detailed analysis, financial modeling, and scenario planning to support strategic decision-making.As a highly visible and high-impact role, you will partner closely with business leaders, providing data-driven recommendations, identifying risks and opportunities, and driving financial performance across the organization. The ideal candidate is analytical, proactive, and comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

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nAccountabilities

nFinancial Planning & Analysis:

nnnActively support forecasting activities, including monthly forecasts and quarterly updates, and provide recommendations to enhance forecast accuracy and process efficiency.

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nnMonitor financial performance by analyzing data, identifying trends, and maintaining short- and long-term financial models.

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nnPerform variance analysis, investigate key drivers, and communicate insights in a clear, concise, and actionable manner.

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nnDeliver timely and accurate financial insights and report to Senior Management to support informed decision-making.

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nnAct as a key liaison between Operations, Utility Leads, and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on financial assumptions and outcomes.

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nnProvide analytical and data support for rate cases, including preparation of analyses and responses to regulatory data requests.Lead the planning, forecasting, and monitoring of capital budgets, and tracking spending against budgets.

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nnManage revenue planning and forecasting, analyze key drivers, and provide actionable insights to support decision-making and regulatory compliance.

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nnSupport the annual budgeting process and periodic budget reviews to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.

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nnCollaborate closely with Treasury, Tax, Accounting, and Corporate FP&A to align planning assumptions and ensure consistency across stakeholders.

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n nOther Responsibilities:

nnnAssist in maintaining and developing company-wide KPIsTake initiative to develop an in-depth understanding of FP&A and reporting systems in order to find ways to improve processes and address any control gaps.

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nnProvide input and guidance on strategic financial issues

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nnDevelop various management presentations as requiredOther tasks as assigned

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n nEducation and Experience

nnnBachelor’s degree or greater (e.g. Business, Accounting, Economics, Commerce, etc.)

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nn5 years + of experience in accounting and/or finance roles

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nnStrong knowledge of principles of accounting, finance and management accounting requiredAbility to create reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals and effectively present information and respond to questions from internal and external groups

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nnStrong skills in the areas of analytics/modeling and spreadsheet/database creation and maintenance through formal training and/or experience

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nnPrior experience with SAP SAC is an assetExperience working in the utilities, energy and/or other regulated industries is an asset

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nnStrong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail required with a desire to learn

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nnMust have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs including; Excel (advanced level required), PowerPoint and Word

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nnExcellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills

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nnAbility to work as a team member with peers and management to help drive continuous improvement

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n nCompensation Data

nFull base salary range $85,000.00- $105,000.00 per year *Liberty considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, training and skills, and geographic location.

nOur purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.

nAs the successful candidate

nOur Mission

nWe provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization—it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.

nOur Vision

nWe better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll make animpact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes.

nOur Guiding Principles

nnnCustomer Centric

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nnIntegrity

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nnEntrepreneurial

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nnTeamwork

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nnOwner mindset

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nnOutcome focused

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nnContinuous learning

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n nWhat we offer

nCollaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy

n401k Plan with matching

nShare purchase/match plan

nLeadership Development Program

nVolunteer paid days off

nEmployee Assistance Program

nAchievement fund

nFree parking

nVariety of Health & Wellness programs

nDiscount and Perks program

nWe are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.

nWe are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents.

nFull participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.

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