Team Leader, Revenue Requirements

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position.  Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply.  This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).

Role and Scope of Position:
The Team Leader-Revenue Requirements will assist the Director, Revenue Requirements – CT and the Manager, Revenue Requirements - CT in the preparation of the financial component sections of regulatory filings and contracts to ensure a sufficient balancing of the interests of all affected parties, i.e., regulators, customers and shareholders. In addition, this position will be responsible for providing direction and oversight to Revenue Requirements Analysts. This position is responsible for proper mentoring and management of direct reports but will also have the responsibility of leading complex, cross-functional projects through the regulatory filing process.

Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change,  based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Essential Functions: 

• Responsible for preparing filings or directing the preparation of filings by others to the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority.  The content of the filings are either to request appropriate revenues, comply with regulatory mandates, or defend against positions that the Company finds objectionable, with a focus on filings that concentrate on the financial aspects of the business.

• Develops analysis individually and oversees analysis prepared by others, including the positions’ direct report(s), that will support the filings in an ethical manner.  Analysis will include accounting practices and financial principles used in general industry, as well as those unique to utilities.  Work products must be able to withstand challenges from opposing parties. 

• Coordinates the preparation of cost of service filings that support a reasonable rate of return to investors, including filings related to periodic reconciling mechanisms as well as base rate cases.  Develops project plans and timelines, leads multi-functional teams through the drafting of filing material, prioritizes tasks, resolves disagreements and ensures timelines are met.

• Coordinates the preparation of responses to discovery from regulatory agencies and interveners in support of the cost of service witness, and other witnesses as appropriate.

• Interprets the impact of regulatory decisions and the regulatory environment to the rest of the organization.

• Will be responsible for supervision and oversight of staff

• Monitors all action plans and critical path schedules to ensure deadlines are being met.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill: 

• Knowledge and experience of utility ratemaking theories and processes. Knowledge of utility accounting and finance. Strong knowledge, experience and demonstrated ability in areas of financial reporting and analyses. Demonstrated ability in working across functional / organizational boundaries.  Demonstrated leadership ability.

Education:            

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or closely-related discipline required.              

Experience:        

• A minimum of five (5) or more years of related experience required.

• Utility finance experience preferred.

Licenses & Certifications:  

• None

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

• Must be av