Principal Consultant - Utility Cost of Service & Regulatory Finance Expert

Principal Consultant - Utility Cost of Service & Regulatory Finance Expert Concentric Energy Advisors, Inc. ( is a leading management consulting and financial advisory firm focused on the North American energy industries. Concentric specializes in financial advisory assignments, market assessment and strategy development, ratemaking and utility regulation, litigation support, and management and operations consulting. Job Description: We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Consultant – Utility Cost of Service & Regulatory Finance Expert to join our team working remotely and serve as a subject‑matter expert and expert witness in allocated cost of service studies, lead‑lag analyses, cash working capital, and affiliate transaction rules. The role is ideal for senior utility/energy executives and consulting professionals with at least 15 years of experience in utility regulatory work. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage client projects, ensuring deadlines are met, staffing is adequate, projects stay on budget, and deliverables meet service excellence standards. Lead and conduct allocated cost of service studies for electric, gas, and water utilities. Perform lead‑lag studies to determine cash working capital requirements. Analyze and advise on affiliate transaction rules, intercompany cost allocations, and compliance. Prepare and deliver expert witness testimony before state and federal regulatory commissions. Collaborate with clients to develop regulatory strategy and support rate case filings. Develop deep and long‑standing relationships with utility clients, contributing to business development and revenue generation. Mentor junior staff and contribute to internal knowledge development. Stay current on regulatory trends, commission rulings, and industry best practices. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required; MBA, Master's, or PhD in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Math, or related field preferred. 15+ years of experience in utility regulation or consulting. Demonstrated experience as an expert witness in regulatory proceedings. Deep knowledge of cost allocation methodologies, ratemaking principles, and regulatory accounting. Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills. Familiarity with regulatory environments across multiple jurisdictions is a plus. Preferred Skills: Proficiency in modeling tools (Excel, SAS, Python, or similar). Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences. Strong client relationship and project management skills. Additional Information: Hours: Monday-Friday 9am – 5:30pm ET. Location: Remote (requires up to 50% travel). Base Salary: $204,500 – $285,000+ plus annual incentive bonus. Benefits: Competitive base salary and year‑end incentive bonus; comprehensive benefits package including vacation time, personal leave, parental leave, 401(k) with company match, flexible spending accounts, top‑tier health/dental/vision plans, Health Savings Accounts, tuition reimbursement, and access to training opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees have different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, all sharing a passion for the energy space. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Concentric recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates and administers all employment actions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, orientation, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Concentric Energy Advisors, Inc.