Senior Financial Analyst

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ABOUT THE ROLE

San Diego Community Power (Community Power) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Financial Analyst to support financial oversight and strategic analysis for energy efficiency programs funded by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). This role is critical in ensuring the financial integrity, compliance, and performance of Community Power’s grant‑funded initiatives. The Senior Financial Analyst will collaborate closely with the Finance and Customer Programs teams to oversee all aspects of grant administration, including financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. This position will support financial policies and procedures related to internal controls, accounting standards, grant administration, and regulatory reporting in alignment with CPUC guidelines. The analyst will also support the preparation of executive‑ready financial reports, assess financial risks, and provide strategic recommendations to senior and executive leadership. This role requires a high level of independence, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment. The Senior Financial Analyst may also provide mentorship and guidance to junior financial staff, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance team culture.

WHO IS COMMUNITY POWER?

Community Power is a community‑driven, not‑for‑profit public agency providing cleaner energy to the San Diego region. Formed in 2019, Community Power is the second largest Community Choice Aggregator (CCA) in California, serving nearly 1 million customer accounts across its member agencies: the Cities of San Diego, Chula Vista, Encinitas, Imperial Beach, La Mesa and National City, as well as the unincorporated areas of San Diego County.

OUR HISTORY

Community Power was formed in 2019 as a public, not‑for‑profit community choice aggregator (CCA) in the San Diego region. We began electric service in 2021 and now serve seven member agencies: the Cities of San Diego, Chula Vista, Encinitas, Imperial Beach, La Mesa and National City, as well as the unincorporated communities of San Diego County. Community Power was formed to bring local control and customer choice to San Diego while also providing clean and renewable energy at competitive rates. We are the second largest CCA in California, serving nearly 1 million customers. For more information, please visit SDCommunityPower.org.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

At Community Power, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We represent a diverse customer base and hope to hire employees that reflect our communities. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilitate financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with CPUC energy efficiency funding requirements and program guidelines. Manage financial tracking, reporting, and reconciliation of grant funds; maintain detailed budget trackers and ensure timely and accurate invoicing and fund disbursement. Support the preparation, submission, and follow‑up of invoices related to energy efficiency programs, ensuring alignment with contractual and regulatory requirements. Validate program expenditures, resolve discrepancies, and manage accounting and operational risk across multiple energy efficiency initiatives. Prepare and analyze complex financial reports, forecasts, and executive summaries to support strategic decision‑making and evaluate program performance. Monitor sensitive project budgets, track expenditures, and identify key business metrics to assess financial health and cost‑effectiveness. Support the financial administration of energy efficiency programs, including compiling financial data for monthly, quarterly, and annual CPUC reports. Coordinate with external stakeholders, including program implementers and funding agencies, to ensure timely receipt and accurate reporting of grant funds and invoicing activities. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to optimize data use, improve financial processes, and address finance‑related inquiries such as payroll, contracts, purchasing, and accounting matters. Contribute to the preparation of materials for budget workshops and public hearings. Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required: Deep knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with large datasets. Advanced analytical skills, including the ability to interpret and report on complex financial data. Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem‑solving abilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly. Experience working in fast‑paced, matrixed organizations with diverse teams. Understanding of environmental justice and equity principles. Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in financial systems and processes. Preferred: 5 years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably in a utility, Community Choice Aggregator (CCA), public agency, or grant‑funded environment. Strong understanding of municipal budgeting, grant funding, regulatory compliance, and public sector finance. Experience with CPUC‑funded energy efficiency programs. Familiarity with the San Diego Regional Energy Network (SDREN), regional sustainability, and energy ecosystem and the California utility landscape. Experience in project and program management methodologies.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND ABILITIES

Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge and abilities listed. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Bachelor’s degree is required in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or Public Administration, or demonstrable and commensurate work experience that is directly relevant for this position. Three (3) to Five (5) years of progressively responsible financial experience highly preferred, performing increasingly complex or sensitive budget or fiscal analysis. High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Ability to use virtual meeting applications. Strong experience with Financial Planning systems and data analysis tools such as Power Bi, Tableau and SQL is a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The position requires occasional carrying, lifting and/or moving objects up to 25 pounds. Also, may require occasional local travel. At Community Power we work in the communities we serve and in the office. Community Power works to ensure a safe and healthy workplace for employees and in our communities. Community Power requires employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Exemptions to the vaccine requirement will be considered for individuals with medical conditions that prevent them from being vaccinated and for individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs that prohibit them from being vaccinated, consistent with governing labor laws. Community Power is an agency required to adopt and promulgate a Conflict‑of‑Interest Code (“COI”). The COI code requires employees in designated positions, including those identified under the interim disclosure process, to file a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) on an annual basis. A Successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. Compensation: Salary Range: $98,100 - $132,500; with exact compensation to be determined by Community Power, depending upon experience. Benefits Insurance: Community Power covers 100% of health benefits, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, for eligible FT employees and their dependents. Also provided is a $100,000 Life & AD&D policy, STD and LTD coverage that is 100% paid by Community Power. Retirement: Community Power offers a 457(b) plan for employee contributions and contributes 10% of eligible compensation to the employee’s Money Purchase Plan. Paid Time Off: 11 holidays per year + paid winter holiday (between 12/24‑12/31), 160 hours of accrued paid time off per year (increases with time in service), and 96 hours per year of accrued paid sick leave. This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at the discretion of Community Power as needed. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full-time Job function Finance Industries Utilities #J-18808-Ljbffr San Diego Community Power