This position is responsible for leading the implementation and management of the CARE Program, including oversight of vendor relationships, contracts, and compliance. The role also provides critical support to regulatory affairs and financial planning teams, ensuring effective coordination and execution of regulatory filings and rate case development.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead all efforts around CARE Program implementation, management, vendor relationships, contracts, and compliance.
- Assist the Manager, State Regulatory Affairs in assigning, tracking, and reviewing all data requests (DRs).
- Participate as a supporting subject matter expert in rate case discussions with Staff.
- Coordinate the send-out and follow-up of R-Y-G monthly spreadsheet entries, and work with appropriate Directors on follow-up and adding new goals.
- Coordinate with the FP&A team on rate case development, including capital budget coordination, O&M requests, and variance analyses from test year actuals to rate year budget, in anticipation of multiple rate cases and other large regulatory filings.
JOB REQUIREMENTS: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills )
- Experience in program management, preferably in utility or regulatory environments.
- Strong understanding of regulatory affairs, financial planning, and analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to manage vendor relationships and contracts.
- Excellent organizational and coordination skills, especially in handling multiple projects and deadlines.
- Effective communication skills for collaborating with internal teams and external partners.
- Proficiency in capital budgeting, O&M requests, and variance analysis.
- Ability to serve as a subject matter expert in rate case discussions and regulatory processes.
Disclaimer: This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job; responsibilities may be changed or added without advance notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.
About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com .
Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 17578
Job Category: Government & Regulatory Affairs
Company: Virginia Natural Gas
