Analyst I, Rates and Regulatory Affairs

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada. At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together. We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

Purpose

This position is responsible to support the Manager, Rates and Regulatory Affairs for research and analysis for specific regulatory affairs and or rates issues for Liberty Utilities’ New Hampshire entities. Assist with the preparation and implementation of rates filings and regulatory filings required at the state level. Has responsibility for specific reports and studies with local regulatory commissions/authorities and other key stakeholders. Perform other assignments as directed.

Accountabilities

- Supports and prepares the company’s regulatory applications and filings to obtain all necessary permits, licenses, certificates, authorizations, and rate approvals.

- Prepares written testimony and rate calculations and supports testimony and proposed rates through oral testimony and discovery

- Updates and maintains tariffs and support implementation of rate changes in billing system

- Support witnesses and testimony on rate and regulatory related filings at the local regulatory commissions

- Conducts analysis to support advice to company’s management on emerging regulations and developments in industry. Review and interpret new pending local laws and regulations, which potentially affect the organization's business practices, and coordinates the development or revision of policies, procedures, contracts, and agreements to ensure compliance.

- Monitor up-to-date information regarding federal, state and applicable laws and regulations as they relate to filing requirements for regulated utilities.

- Updates key management on regulatory changes, developments and implications of new requirements on functional areas.

Education and Experience

- Completion of relevant University Degree Program in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field

- 0 to 3 years in a similar environment where highly anaytical and compliant work activities were required

- Relevant utility industry experience considered an asset

- Must have ability to develop relationships and build credibility quickly

- Valid Driver’s License, availability to travel if needed by the company

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.

As the successful candidate

Our Mission

We provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization—it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.

Our Vision

We better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll make an impact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes.

Our Guiding Principles

- Customer Centric

- Integrity

- Entrepreneurial

- Teamwork

- Owner mindset

- Outcome focused

- Continuous learning

What we offer

Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy

401k Plan with matching

Company funded Pension program

Share purchase/match plan

Leadership Development Program

Volunteer paid days off

Employee Assistance Program

Achievement fund

Free parking

Variety of Health & Wellness programs

Discount and Perks program

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents.

Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.