Utilities Analyst 1
Utilities Analyst 1 - Public Service Commission - Kanawha Co.
Salary
$50,783.00 - $82,776.00 Annually
Location
Charleston, WV
Job Type
Full-Time Permanent
Job Number
PSC2500019 PSA
Department
Public Service Commission
Opening Date
07/18/2025
Closing Date
8/2/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Nature of Work
***The Public Service Commission has established a salary range of $50,783 to $82,776 for this classification.
This position is entry-level and, under more direct supervision, will aid higher level utility analysts, training in the following job duties: The applicant must have and apply thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, techniques of economic and financial analyses, and to research state and federal tax laws. The applicant will be expected to gain knowledge and skills to perform the following types of work assignments. Review and investigate utility formal complaint case filings and work to reach or recommend resolution; work with legal division in complaint hearings if resolutions are not reached; review utility financial statements; analyze the financial condition of utilities including such areas as capitalization ratios, cash flow, financing needs and plans and pro forma income statements; prepare work plans to guide case review and/or audit steps and procedures; perform a field or desk audit of the utilities financial books and records; review and report on internal controls, compliance with accounting principles, compliance with the system of accounts and compliance with PSC rules and prior orders; conduct analysis of the management efficiency; write all or part of an audit report presenting an analysis of the utilities financial condition and/or financial issues to be considered by the Commission; make recommendation regarding the overall revenue requirements for a utility; make recommendations on the proper rate schedule(s) to recover recommended revenue requirements; performs desk or memorandum reviews of utility rate change requests not requiring a field audit; assist staff attorneys in becoming familiar with the accounting aspects of the case and in establishing methods of examination and cross-examination as part of the staff exhibit in the rate hearing; testify in the rate hearing before the public service commission on the methods and scope of the audit, on any adjustments made to the financial records of the utility and on the financial condition of the utility; assist the legal division in designing rates mandated by the commission decision in the rate hearing; answer routine correspondence from utility customers on utility costs, municipal surcharges, fuel adjustment charges, etc.; perform related duties as required.
IMPORTANT: Your eligibility will be based on information provided in your resume or application; therefore, make sure your resume or application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application OR upload a resume to your submission.
ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority. If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact that information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.
Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
Minimum Qualifications
Training: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, or mathematics.
OR
Substitution: Full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience in utility financial analysis, accounting or auditing may substitute for the required training at a rate of one (1) year of experience for every thirty (30) semester hours of training.
NOTE: At the appointing agency’s discretion, competitive applicants may receive probationary appointment pending official verification of the qualifying training. The qualifying training must be verified before the employee may be certified permanent.
***Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.***
PSC salary exemption per West Virginia Code §24-1-1
***The Public Service Commission has established a salary range of $50,783 to $82,776 for this classification.