JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Delta Utilities is seeking a highly motivated Financial Analyst to join our FP&A team with a focus on Operations & Maintenance (O&M) expense reporting and analysis. This role will support monthly, quarterly, and year-to-date financial reporting and variance analysis related to O&M costs, helping to ensure budget alignment and operational transparency. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their finance career while gaining hands-on experience in forecasting, accruals, and business partnering.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and YTD reports comparing actuals to budget and forecast for O&M expenses.
• Analyze variances and provide supporting commentary to explain key drivers.
• Prepare and enter monthly accruals related to O&M expenses in coordination with Accounting.
• Support the monthly financial close process, including reconciliation and validation of cost center data.
• Partner with business units and cost center owners to gather forecast inputs and ensure alignment with financial targets.
• Maintain financial models, schedules, and templates used in O&M tracking and reporting.
• Support budgeting and forecasting cycles with accurate and timely data inputs.
• Assist in identifying opportunities for improved expense tracking and reporting processes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education required of the position

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field such as Math, Data Analytics or Statistics.

Minimum experience required of the position

• 0–2 years of experience in corporate FP&A, financial analysis, or a related finance role.

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities preferred of the position

• Understanding of basic accounting principles, especially accruals.
• Strong Excel skills required; experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP) or planning tools (e.g., Adaptive, Anaplan, Hyperion) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills; able to translate financial data into business insights.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

• None

Physical Requirements

• Able to operate a motor vehicle, including the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted.
• Able to perform on-site inspections.
• Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to operate a copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone and other miscellaneous office equipment.
• Able to exert up to 50 Lbs. of force occasionally, and /or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push or otherwise move objects.

Working Conditions

The Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Accountabilities and Essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, within your scope of responsibilities.
• Job duties are performed in a normal and clean office environment with normal noise levels.
• Work is predominately done while standing or sitting.
• The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize and analyze are required.
• Able to work daily in all types of weather conditions.
• Able to work regular hours, with occasional overtime.
• Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to gaseous atmospheres on occasion.
• Able to work rotating shifts, if required.
• Able to respond to emergency calls and/or callouts and occasionally return to work while off duty.
• Able to wear and operate personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs daily.
• May be required to remain in the service area during emergency events and assume responsibilities assigned by the company to aide in restoration efforts

About Delta Utilities

Delta Utilities is a natural gas utility headquartered in New Orleans that provides safe, reliable natural gas service across Louisiana and Mississippi. We understand the value of dependable energy and our important role in building stronger, more resilient communities. Delta Utilities is a $1.7 billion organization that represents 600,000 customers and is among the top 40 natural gas utilities in the United States. 

Delta Utilities acquired CenterPoint Energy's natural gas utility operations in Louisiana and Mississippi in April 2025 and acquired Entergy's natural gas utilities in Baton Rouge and New Orleans in July 2025. 

Delta Utilities is regulated by the Louisiana Public Service Commission, the Mississippi Public Service Commission, and the New Orleans City Council. We work closely with our regulatory agencies to deliver safe and reliable natural gas service and maintain fair rates for our customers.

Learn more at https://deltautilities.com.

Delta Utilities and associated entities are equal-opportunity employers.  We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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