SDG&E is an innovative San Diego-based energy company that provides clean, safe and reliable energy to better the lives of the people it serves in San Diego and southern Orange counties. The company is committed to creating a sustainable future by providing its electricity from renewable sources; modernizing natural gas pipelines; accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles; supporting numerous non-profit partners; and, investing in innovative technologies to ensure the reliable operation of the region’s infrastructure for generations to come. SDG&E is a subsidiary of Sempra Energy (NYSE: SRE).

Our highly trained and responsive employees with their diverse skills, talents and ideas are the reason we can deliver on our commitment and are building America’s best energy company. They are also the reason why we have been recognized with the industry’s most coveted awards. Our employees undertake challenging work and receive highly competitive compensation and benefits. As one of the region’s largest employers, we’re always searching for talented and bright people to join our team. After all, it takes the best to build the best. Learn more about benefits HERE.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of SDG&E. Empowering our employees to be their whole selves at work is our competitive advantage. This is where new ideas come from and meaningful collaboration gets an authentic start. By bringing together people with different perspectives, diverse backgrounds and real commitment to their own individuality, we have built a stronger business. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion HERE.

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Primary Purpose:

Directs the development, monitoring and reporting of business unit financial plans and supports the Company’s and division’s strategic decision-making and performance measurement activities and reporting. Supports senior management and divisional management in regulatory proceedings. Provides financial resources to support the division relative to financial consulting, process costing, new products/services development planning, process improvement and performance measurement support and analysis. Directs the preparation of division financial plans and supports senior management in developing strategic plans.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Directs the preparation of analyses of financial and operational data to assist operational departments and business unit senior management to achieve performance targets.
• Supports the Company and business unit in regulatory proceedings such as general rate case applications, including the risk assessment mitigation phase and associated reporting and special filings through analysis of financial impact of the major issues and programs. Support testimony before the regulatory agencies on financial-related issues.
• Manages divisional cost planning and analysis and directs the development and coordination of the resource allocation process at the division including modifying and/or improving the process as business needs change.
• Works with business unit segment management to ensure their competitiveness, perform financial analyses and develop plans to implement new products and services.
• Directs and provides leadership in organizational development, benchmarking, operational research and reengineering.
• Directs analysis of information requirements and leads development of computerized solutions to meet such requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or equivalent experience.
• 8-10 years of related experience.
• Must have a knowledge of advanced accounting and financial theory normally acquired through graduate level coursework.
• Must have an extensive knowledge of regulations and interpretations set by regulatory agencies, and utility operations and financial planning systems.
• Judgment and extensive analytical ability are required in approving the financial/business plan, budget and evaluating major business issues.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills required to communicate operational and financial information and to deal with regulatory agencies and others.
• Must be able to convey in original written correspondence and reports, complex and technical matters in a clear and concise manner; adapted to customer needs.
• Advanced understanding of interrelationship of utility ratemaking, income taxes and accounting concepts.
• Ability to identify issues and apply concepts by partnering with business unit segments to create solutions to business needs.
• Is committed to excellence and timely results; clearly aligns work group activities with the Company’s mission, goals, strategic direction and deliverables; drives toward meeting high standards and getting the job done; displays confidence that quality results can and will be produced; motivates others to perform at their highest level.
• Positively influences others and gains their cooperation and support; constantly builds employees’ skills to take on more challenging assignments; willing to trust in the ability of others; promotes collaborative, cooperative cross-functional work relationships; takes risks involving interdependence; sets ambitious team goals.
• Full understanding of the “big picture” and considers long-term implications when making business decisions, setting strategy and developing alternative solutions to the business unit’s current business, regulatory and financial issues to enhance business unit competitive positioning, profitability and cash flow while maximizing shareholder value.
• Must reside in Southern California or be willing to relocate upon hire.
• We offer a hybrid work environment. Although the schedule may vary, typically this will allow you to work from the office two to three days per week and work remotely on the remaining workdays.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA, CMA, MBA and/or other professional certifications/advanced degrees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Note: SDG&E strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.

SDG&E offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as other merit-based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.