Business Consulting - Finance - Power & Utilities Sector - Manager in , United States

Location: Anywhere in Country

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The opportunity
As part of our Finance Transformation team you will gain deep Power and Utility (P&U) industry experience working with senior leadership teams at our P&U clients as we support the energy transformation through Sustainable Finance. You will combine your finance capability with program and change management expertise to implement and embed improvements and deliver sustainable value.

Join our dynamic team as a Manager, Finance Transformation and be at the forefront of finance thought leadership and innovation for the Power & Utilities sector. In this role, you will co-create visionary strategies that empower CFOs to drive sustainable, long‑term business value. Your expertise will be pivotal in designing future‑proof operating models that meet rigorous reporting, regulatory, and control standards, all while leveraging cutting‑edge technologies. You will craft compelling cases for change, encompassing both financial and non‑financial factors, and lead the execution of comprehensive Finance Transformation programs.

Your Key Responsibilities

PowerPlan implementation and integration with ERP and EAM systems

Finance operating model design

Finance processes improvement

Shared services and global business services design and implementation

Outsourcing advisory

Financial planning and analysis (FP&A)

Finance systems and intelligent automation

Financial close, consolidation and reporting

Cost management and profitability analysis

Procure-to-pay and record-to-report processes

Asset and project accounting

Knowledge of interconnected utility billing to cash processes via CIS systems and GLs.

Familiarity with utility rate structures, recovery and revenue models

Understanding of the business of power transmission and distribution and the financial planning drivers related to these operations

Understanding of FERC reporting requirements and intersections with GAAP reporting

Defining and executing key deliverables

Managing project timelines and tracking progress

Engaging with clients regularly, providing valuable insights and leading working sessions

Travel requires 60- 80% as needed to meet the needs of our external clients, including opportunities to lead teams and drive additional service offerings

Skills And Attributes For Success

PowerPlan and ERP system experience

Proficiency in business case development and digital strategy

Awareness of finance compliance and regulation

Ability to assess finance quality, maturity, efficiency, and operational risk

Expertise in finance strategy, operating model design, and transformation roadmaps

Commitment to finance sustainability and driving outcomes

To qualify for the role, you must have:

A bachelor’s degree (4-year degree)

Typically, no less than 2 - 4 years relevant experience in consulting and power and utilities industry

Experience with P&U specific finance functions and applications such as SAP, Oracle, and Power Plan

Business case development

Digital strategy

Finance compliance and regulation awareness

Finance quality, maturity, efficiency & operational risk assessment

Finance strategy, operating model and transformation roadmap

Finance sustainability

Ideally, you’ll also have:

Strong relationship-building skills

Excellent communication and critical thinking abilities

A knack for complex problem-solving and digital fluency

What We Look For
We seek candidates who embody our values of integrity and respect, who are eager to foster trust with clients and team members alike. The top performers in our team are those who demonstrate a relentless pursuit of excellence, a passion for learning, and the agility to adapt to the ever‑evolving finance landscape.

What We Offer You
At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.

The salary range for this job is:

New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices - $154,000 to $256,700

Bay Area California offices - $160,500 to $267,400

All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento - $128,400 to $235,300

Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.

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