Financial Analyst/Sr

BHE Pipeline Group consists of Berkshire Hathaway Energy's interstate natural gas pipeline companies, BHE GT&S, Kern River Gas Transmission Company and Northern Natural Gas Company. Combined, BHE Pipeline Group operates approximately 21,200 miles of pipeline with a design capacity of approximately 21.1 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day, owns assets in 27 states and is an industry leader in natural gas transportation. BHE Pipeline Group also operates 22 natural gas storage facilities with a total working gas capacity of 515.6 billion cubic feet and a liquefied natural gas export, import and storage facility. Northern Natural Gas is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. BHE Pipeline Group has an exciting career opportunity available. Take the next step in your career and apply now!

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field; or equivalent work experience. (Typically four years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.)

• Financial Analyst- Three or more years' experience in financial accounting, financial planning, finance, public accounting or other related experience.

• Sr. Financial Analyst- Six or more years' experience in financial accounting, financial planning, finance, public accounting or other related experience.

• Excellent communication skills oral and written, including the ability to interact well with all levels of management and team members.

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills together with expert spreadsheet skills and thorough understanding of accounting financial statements to facilitate modeling and business analysis.

• Strong word processing, e-mail and presentation software skills and aptitude to effectively use proprietary and database software.

• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills with knowledge of financial analysis methods and tools.

• Ability to complete multiple tasks under time constraints and function well under pressure.

• Extended work hours are required, especially during the planning process or other critical times.

• Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley and technical knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Knowledge of Regulatory Accounting Principles preferred.

• Assists in the preparation of the compilation, consolidation, analysis, and presentation of company financial reports for forecasts and long-range financial plan.

• Provides meaningful and concise variance analysis of actual performance compared to plans, forecasts and prior periods to identify issues and recommendations to management.

• Maintains proprietary budget/forecast module, including cost responsibility and operations and maintenance budget/forecast reports, and understands underlying processes.

• Makes recommendations for risks and opportunities.

• Acts as a liaison with accounting to ensure consistent integration of processes for accurate financial reporting, forecasting and planning.

• Assists in the training of others within the department.

• Provides technical input to assist in development of project planning.

• Provides planning system support to members of finance and accounting staff. Performs any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.