Senior Consultant - General Cost of Service Expert (Remote)
Gds Associates, Inc.
Provides expert consulting services in energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors.
Senior Consultant providing cost-of-service, regulatory and accounting expertise for utilities.
5 days ago ago
$148,200 - $190,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Marietta, GA
Hybrid
Company Size
170 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Technical Services
Design
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Natural Gas
Electric
Water
Wastewater
Utility Distribution
Information Technology
Water & Wastewater Utility Consulting
Role
Description
project management
regulatory research
rate consulting
expert testimony
client communication
mentor training
Manage large and complex projects successfully.
Mentor and train junior staff.
Manage the workflow of project team/staff.
Lead and participate on a consulting team to identify issues related to ratemaking concepts in connection with utility cost of service and regulatory proceedings.
Testify at regulatory hearings.
Provide expertise to the Rates and Regulatory Department on relevant topics in the industry.
Discuss with administrative supervisor performance assessment of staff assigned to projects under their leadership.
Provide subject matter expert consulting for complex utility accounting and rate making matters with a focus on the impact to utility cost-of-service rate outcomes.
Develop proposals and marketing materials.
Provide subject matter expert consulting for utility regulatory and cost-of-service rate matters, such as accounting, and related FERC precedents.
Independently conduct regulatory and accounting research to support positions, increase technical knowledge, and train others in the Rates and Regulatory Department.
Independently conduct regulatory, accounting, and rate making research to support positions, increase technical knowledge, and train others in the Rates and Regulatory Department.
Lead and participate on a consulting team to identify issues related to accounting and rate making matters in connection with utility cost of service and regulatory proceedings.
Attend industry conferences and meetings on behalf of GDS.
Convey complex rate making concepts related cost of service principles to clients in an easily understood fashion.
Independent preparation of expert testimony in support of disputes, regulatory protests, and/or litigation support on behalf of public power, consumer-owned utilities, large industrial users and/or state regulatory commissions.
Review draft invoices for project work.
Convey complex subject expertise matters related cost-of-service and/or other precedent and ratemaking principles to clients in an easily understood fashion.
Requirements
cpa
ferc
microsoft office
rate experience
supervisory
analytical
Familiarity with the FERC Uniform System of Accounts.
Testimony experience (e.g., assist with ghost writing portions of expert witness' testimony) or similar experiences communicating technical positions in writing.
Certified Public Accountant CPA (preferred, but not required).
Experience with electric cooperatives and municipals (preferred, but not required).
Experience in electric utilities rate matters. Experience in natural gas utilities rate matters (preferred, but not required).
Possess knowledge and awareness of Rates and Regulatory staff and resources to ensure the proper delegation of project tasks and utilization of division resources.
Research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Suggested experience related to the project team assignments of at least 11(eleven) or more years.
Knowledge of company culture, procedures, and policies.
Possess knowledge and awareness of other GDS departments to maximize cross-functional opportunities on the projects managed.
Physical ability to perform reading and work on a computer during working hours.
Ability to work well on a team.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, & PowerPoint).
Available for moderate domestic travel (5-10% primarily to FERC offices).
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Experience in assisting or conducting audits, investigations, or other reviews involving the collection of evidence or data necessary to evaluate compliance or reasonableness of utility cost of service matters.
Minimum of bachelor's degree in accounting, economics, engineering, statistics, finance or other related field with utility experience.
Demonstrated supervisory experience.
FERC and/or state utility regulatory and rate making experience.
Benefits
Excellent Health Insurance Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Flex Benefits (Flexible Hours, Telecommuting)
Competitive Pay
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Floating Holiday, Holidays)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
no visa sponsorship offered; candidates must be us/canada citizens or permanent residents.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1986 Founded
Year Established
The company was established in 1986 and has been providing strategic consulting services ever since.
Offers strategic consulting services across multiple sectors.
Focuses on energy, utilities, and infrastructure, providing technical expertise to clients from utilities to government entities.
Works on a variety of projects, ranging from energy efficiency programs to large-scale infrastructure development.
Specializes in energy planning, rate design, renewable energy integration, and demand-side management.
Known for solving complex technical challenges in both public and private sectors.
Blends practical solutions with innovative thinking to help optimize infrastructure and energy operations.
Culture + Values
Integrity
Excellence
Accountability
Collaboration
Innovation
Environment + Sustainability
2030
Net-Zero Target
Committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2030, showcasing a strong focus on reducing environmental impact.
Committed to sustainability and reducing environmental impact.
Implements energy-saving initiatives in operations and promotes energy efficiency in services.
Integrates sustainability into consulting services to help clients improve their energy usage and efficiency.
Inclusion & Diversity
Promotes diversity and inclusion within the company.
Supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Fosters an inclusive workplace culture where everyone is encouraged to contribute their ideas.