About Us
South Jersey Industries (SJI) is an energy holding company that delivers clean energy services to 700,000+ customers and businesses throughout 14 counties in New Jersey. As part of our core values, SJI is dedicated to being a community partner and developing innovative clean energy solutions to meet the needs of the future. To do this, we depend on our workforce of over 1,100+ talented, diverse employees who help us deliver safe, reliable, affordable clean energy for a better today and tomorrow.
At SJI, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. Whether you’re a seasoned operations technician or an early-career legal professional, our culture, inclusive workforce, and leadership development and training programs will provide you with the tools you need to either kickstart your career or bring it to new heights.
Position Summary
South Jersey Industries is searching for a professional with a breadth of finance experience to support and lead all the financial planning activities for our two regulated Utilities. This role will oversee a department responsible for all financial management activities including capital forecasting, rolling forecast and financial analyses in line with corporate goals. This leader will advise management on expected business performance and influence operational decision-making with financial data.
Essential Functions:
- Lead the annual operating budget process and become a trusted advisor to the supported unit
- Supervise, coach and prioritize the workflow of FP&A analysts who perform financial forecasting, reporting and cash flow analysis
- Actively upgrade the department through professional development and creating career paths for team members
- Analyze performance, identify areas of risk and opportunity and make recommendations to Finance and Operations leadership for improvements
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and leading the effort to resolve finance issues
- Prepare analyses, forward-looking P&L, BS and CF financials and pro-forma financials for investors
- Create, promote and sustain a high-performing culture; continuously raise the performance bar for the finance organization
- Leverage analytical tools including visualizations and deliver actionable presentations of findings
- Demonstrate appropriate understanding of accounting principes and internal controls
- Prepare ad hoc financial reports/analysis for management
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required Background:
- Experienced financial leader with the ability to anticipate future consequences / trends and incorporate them into the organizational planning
- Must be able to collaborate with all levels of the organization
- Experience with financial modeling
- Superior communication (written/verbal), presentation and meeting facilitation skills
- Highly motivated, takes initiative, and has a desire to drive process improvement
- Ability to learn quickly and work well under pressure with appropriate attention to detail
- Possess a working knowledge of the Utility industry
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Products
Preferred Background:
- CPA is a plus
Qualifications
Required Background:
- Bachelor’s degree with at least 9 years of relevant experience, or;
- Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience
- In addition, a minimum of 3 years of leadership experience is required
Explore the Possibilities
South Jersey Industries employs a diverse range of talent – from construction contractors to environmental specialists. Regardless of the position, mentoring and networking, hands-on experience, gaining industry knowledge and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our business and in our communities are all exciting ways that we welcome our employees at SJI. And as a company committed to creating an engaging culture built on inclusion and diversity, you’re sure to find an opportunity that makes you feel included, empowered, and ready to “bring your whole self to work” every day.
Benefits Package Overview
SJI offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
The SJI “Total Rewards” Benefits Package include:
- Flexible vacation, Paid Time Off, and Sick Leave package
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
- 401(k), with generous company match
- Employee Resource Groups to encourage employee engagement, nurture professional development, and foster an inclusive environment.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
At this time, SJI is only considering applicants authorized to work in the United States currently and in the future without the need for visa sponsorship.
Compensation Range:
$111,000 - 177,600
We are committed to pay transparency and ensuring equitability compensation for all employees. The pay range for this position reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits, bonuses, or other forms of compensation that might be part of the total compensation package. The specific salary offered will be based on a candidate’s qualifications, education, and experience.
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What We Do
SJI, an energy infrastructure holding company based in Folsom, NJ, delivers energy services to customers through two primary subsidiaries: SJI Utilities (SJIU) and SJI Energy Enterprises (SJIEE). SJIU houses the company’s regulated natural gas utility operations, delivering safe, reliable and affordable natural gas to more than 700,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers across New Jersey via its South Jersey Gas and Elizabethtown Gas subsidiaries. SJIEE houses the company’s non-utility operations primarily focused on clean energy development and decarbonization via renewable energy production and energy management activities.
