Overview
Lead, Financial Performance & Analytics
– Spire is seeking a forward-thinking Manager of Financial Performance & Analytics to lead enterprise-level financial performance analysis for the gas utility. This role provides strategic insight into margin drivers, revenue performance, weather impacts, and regulatory recovery mechanisms, serving as a key finance partner to leadership. In addition to core margin and revenue analytics, this position supports forecasting, scenario analysis, regulatory support, and special projects. The role is designed to be flexible and forward-looking, providing both routine performance reporting and deep analytical support for complex business decisions.
Location Saint Louis, MO, US, 63101
Company Spire Inc.
Summary (Company & Culture) We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. We value safety, inclusion, integrity, adaptability, collaboration, and ownership. Our goal is to create an environment where employees feel welcome, respected and valued.
Duties and Responsibilities Financial Performance & Margin Management
Own and manage comprehensive financial performance analysis, including margin, revenue, and volumetric drivers
Analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual performance versus budget, forecast, prior year, and regulatory expectations
Identify and explain financial variances related to weather, usage, pricing, timing, and operational factors
Monitor and assess weather normalization and decoupling mechanisms, including HDD/CDD assumptions and WNAR impacts
Forecasting, Planning & Scenario Analysis
Lead forward-looking financial performance assessments, including full-year outlooks and multi-scenario analyses
Evaluate exposure and opportunity related to weather variability, demand changes, supply cost movements, and billing determinants
Integrate performance analytics into corporate forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans
Regulatory & Revenue Support
Support rate case filings, regulatory reporting, and surveillance activities through detailed financial and margin analysis
Partner with Regulatory Affairs to evaluate revenue recovery, timing differences between billed and unbilled revenue, and compliance with approved tariffs and riders
Provide historical trend analysis and analytical support related to billing determinants and revenue decoupling mechanisms
Cross-Functional Finance Leadership
Serve as a key finance liaison to Gas Supply, Accounting, Operations, and Regulatory teams
Collaborate with Gas Supply on understanding supply cost impacts, procurement strategies, and margin sensitivity
Partner with Accounting on revenue recognition, accruals, reconciliations, and financial close support
Enterprise Analytics & Special Projects
Lead ad hoc and strategic finance projects supporting executive leadership and enterprise initiatives
Develop financial models, dashboards, and standardized analytics to support decision-making
Identify process improvement opportunities, automation, and enhanced controls related to financial performance reporting
Communication & Executive Support
Prepare clear, concise, and executive-ready materials explaining financial performance and key drivers
Present analytical findings to senior leadership, regulatory stakeholders, and internal governance groups as needed
Essential Characteristics
Strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, and a commitment to a diverse work environment
Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet individual goals and deadlines
Ability to work as part of a team and maintain a positive attitude in a dynamic environment
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture
Supervisory Responsibilities
Preferred: Previous supervisory experience of employees that have worked in analytical or technical roles
Required Education (certifications, licenses)
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field of study
Preferred MBA or CPA
Required knowledge, skill and abilities
7+ years in finance, analytics, or performance management, preferably with a regulated utility environment
Strong understanding of utility revenue models, margin drivers, weather impacts, and regulatory recovery mechanisms
Advanced analytical, modeling, and problem-solving skills
Previous experience within the regulated utility sector strongly preferred
Experience supporting rate cases, regulatory filings, or weather normalization methodologies
Familiarity with gas supply economics, volumetric forecasting, and HDD/CDD analysis
Physical demands, environment and schedule
Typical of professional roles; accommodations per policy if needed
Posting & Application We accept online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com.
Spire Inc., and its subsidiaries are an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Job Details Job Req ID: 11468
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Lead, Financial Performance & Analytics
– Spire is seeking a forward-thinking Manager of Financial Performance & Analytics to lead enterprise-level financial performance analysis for the gas utility. This role provides strategic insight into margin drivers, revenue performance, weather impacts, and regulatory recovery mechanisms, serving as a key finance partner to leadership. In addition to core margin and revenue analytics, this position supports forecasting, scenario analysis, regulatory support, and special projects. The role is designed to be flexible and forward-looking, providing both routine performance reporting and deep analytical support for complex business decisions.
Location Saint Louis, MO, US, 63101
Company Spire Inc.
Summary (Company & Culture) We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. We value safety, inclusion, integrity, adaptability, collaboration, and ownership. Our goal is to create an environment where employees feel welcome, respected and valued.
Duties and Responsibilities Financial Performance & Margin Management
Own and manage comprehensive financial performance analysis, including margin, revenue, and volumetric drivers
Analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual performance versus budget, forecast, prior year, and regulatory expectations
Identify and explain financial variances related to weather, usage, pricing, timing, and operational factors
Monitor and assess weather normalization and decoupling mechanisms, including HDD/CDD assumptions and WNAR impacts
Forecasting, Planning & Scenario Analysis
Lead forward-looking financial performance assessments, including full-year outlooks and multi-scenario analyses
Evaluate exposure and opportunity related to weather variability, demand changes, supply cost movements, and billing determinants
Integrate performance analytics into corporate forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans
Regulatory & Revenue Support
Support rate case filings, regulatory reporting, and surveillance activities through detailed financial and margin analysis
Partner with Regulatory Affairs to evaluate revenue recovery, timing differences between billed and unbilled revenue, and compliance with approved tariffs and riders
Provide historical trend analysis and analytical support related to billing determinants and revenue decoupling mechanisms
Cross-Functional Finance Leadership
Serve as a key finance liaison to Gas Supply, Accounting, Operations, and Regulatory teams
Collaborate with Gas Supply on understanding supply cost impacts, procurement strategies, and margin sensitivity
Partner with Accounting on revenue recognition, accruals, reconciliations, and financial close support
Enterprise Analytics & Special Projects
Lead ad hoc and strategic finance projects supporting executive leadership and enterprise initiatives
Develop financial models, dashboards, and standardized analytics to support decision-making
Identify process improvement opportunities, automation, and enhanced controls related to financial performance reporting
Communication & Executive Support
Prepare clear, concise, and executive-ready materials explaining financial performance and key drivers
Present analytical findings to senior leadership, regulatory stakeholders, and internal governance groups as needed
Essential Characteristics
Strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, and a commitment to a diverse work environment
Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet individual goals and deadlines
Ability to work as part of a team and maintain a positive attitude in a dynamic environment
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture
Supervisory Responsibilities
Preferred: Previous supervisory experience of employees that have worked in analytical or technical roles
Required Education (certifications, licenses)
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field of study
Preferred MBA or CPA
Required knowledge, skill and abilities
7+ years in finance, analytics, or performance management, preferably with a regulated utility environment
Strong understanding of utility revenue models, margin drivers, weather impacts, and regulatory recovery mechanisms
Advanced analytical, modeling, and problem-solving skills
Previous experience within the regulated utility sector strongly preferred
Experience supporting rate cases, regulatory filings, or weather normalization methodologies
Familiarity with gas supply economics, volumetric forecasting, and HDD/CDD analysis
Physical demands, environment and schedule
Typical of professional roles; accommodations per policy if needed
Posting & Application We accept online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com.
Spire Inc., and its subsidiaries are an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Job Details Job Req ID: 11468
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