Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis

South Jersey Industries, Inc. is seeking a Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis in Folsom, NJ. The role involves overseeing financial planning, management reporting, and analytics to support strategic decision-making for the company. Key responsibilities include budget management, financial analysis, and collaboration with executive teams. Candidates should have extensive experience in financial modeling and strategic insights, along with strong analytical and communication skills.
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
The Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis plays an ownership role in financial planning, management reporting and financial analytics efforts across the company, including consolidation of plans and forecasts for an enterprise outlook and Net Asset Value (NAV). This person provides executive management, financial sponsors, and the Board of Directors with financial reporting and analysis to be used in strategic and tactical decision making. They gather business performance data, analyzes and compares it to previous periods and targets, and develops recommendations for improvements. Additionally, this person works with various members of the operational and finance executive teams, the Board of Directors, and financial sponsors.

Essential Functions:
• Own financial short-term and long-term planning (budget, forecast, NAV) process across the enterprise including the analysis and associated recommendations.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making by the executive team, financial sponsors, and the board of directors
• Present financial results and insights to senior leadership and stakeholders
• Ensure a consistent approach to strategic financial planning and analyses on a company wide basis to enable informed decision making and optimize capital investments
• Participate in the development of the company's plans and programs, linking longer-term strategy to the company's operational plans and cascading goals; provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision making
• Work with the various operational business units and leadership team to optimize their performance and planning
• Ensure timely and accurate business/financial reports and plans
• Effective leadership fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence within the FP&A function and establishing FP&A brand of excellence

Qualifications

Required Skills:
• Experience and proficiency in financial modeling and conducting long-term valuation analyses across various business scenarios
• Extensive background in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting in a leadership capacity
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear insights and strategic recommendations for executive leadership and board-level reporting
• Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking
• Strong written and communications skills

Required Background:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, management, or finance
• A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience with a track record of increased responsibilities in a business environment of similar or greater scale
• A minimum of 5 years of leadership experience

Preferred Background:
• MBA or an advanced degree in business, management, or finance

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.