Pacific Gas And Electric Company
Provides electricity and natural gas to millions in Northern and Central California.
1 days ago
$98,000 - $134,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Oakland, California, United States
Hybrid
Company Size
24,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
financial planning
forecasting
budget management
data quality
analytics
business partner
The Business Finance team delivers essential financial support to PG&E’s core units, encompassing analysis, budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, and strategic planning. These services enable the company to meet its strategic, operational, and financial goals. Finance professionals in this department act as valued functional advisors, contribute to business direction, and receive active development and recognition.
This position is embedded in the Business Finance organization supporting Electric Operations, which oversees the safe, reliable, and affordable transmission and distribution system. The incumbent will serve as the primary finance and accounting business partner for the line of business, providing planning, budgeting, forecasting, tool development, and optimization analysis while supporting high‑profile electric programs and broader finance team governance. The role is hybrid, with 1‑3 days per week onsite at the Oakland General Office for meetings and business needs.
- Develop and align long‑term financial plans and performance baselines with operational and regulatory objectives.
- Coordinate monthly short‑term forecasts and provide balanced forward‑looking financial assessments.
- Deliver timely monthly financial visibility and proactive analytics to identify opportunities, risks, and recommendations.
- Create, monitor, and report on expense, capital, and expenditure budgets.
- Analyze and validate 3‑year and 5‑year planning outcomes.
- Produce complex forecasts and continuously improve forecast accuracy.
- Present findings and recommendations to management and stakeholders.
- Perform data quality assurance for reports and resolve data issues.
- Support business case development and validation.
- Develop and track metrics for process measurement, operations, or risk assessment.
- Mentor analysts and associates through informal guidance.
- Communicate recommendations and findings clearly to leaders and officers.
Requirements
bachelor's
excel
sap
accounting
financial modeling
analytical
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, business, or finance with at least three years of analytical experience.
- Prefer a Master’s degree in business, finance, engineering, economics, or a related field.
- Demonstrate advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Word.
- Possess strong understanding of accounting principles and experience with financial modeling or forecasting.
- Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast‑paced team environment.
- Exhibit excellent interpersonal, communication, and quantitative skills with intellectual curiosity and drive for continuous improvement.
- Experience interacting with personnel across all organizational levels.
- Working knowledge of SAP R3 and Analysis for Office.
- Background in utility finance and accounting.
Benefits
The salary range for this Bay Area role is $98,000 to $134,000 annually, adjusted based on internal equity, skills, experience, and geographic factors. The position is also eligible for PG&E’s discretionary incentive compensation programs.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
1905
Year Founded
The company was established in 1905, marking its long-standing presence in the energy sector.
16M
People Served
The company provides energy services to over 16 million individuals across Northern and Central California.
- Focus on delivering safe, reliable, and affordable electricity and natural gas to a diverse customer base.
- Operations span from energy generation, transmission, and distribution to customer service and renewable energy solutions.
- Heavily involved in the development of green energy sources, including solar and wind power.
- Maintains a key role in maintaining the region’s energy grid and supporting sustainable growth.
- Pioneered energy efficiency programs to help reduce consumption and minimize costs for customers.
- Recognized for innovation in grid modernization and integration of clean energy into California’s power mix.
- Faced challenges, including natural disasters like wildfires, which have shaped its operations and future strategies.
- Remains a cornerstone of California's energy sector, continuously working to improve and modernize the grid.
Culture + Values
- Safety is prioritized above all.
- Accountability is expected of everyone.
- Integrity, transparency, and humility guide actions.
- Customer service is a primary focus.
- Change, innovation, and continuous improvement are embraced.
- Diversity and inclusion are valued.
- Communication involves speaking up, listening, and following through.
- Success is achieved through collaboration and partnership.
- Teamwork and unity are emphasized.
Environment + Sustainability
100% GHG-Free
Electricity Supply
Delivering entirely greenhouse gas-free electricity in 2023.
3M EVs
Electric Vehicle Fueling
Aim to fuel 3 million electric vehicles annually by 2030.
58M CO2
CO2 Reduction Target
Expected reduction in CO2 emissions from electric vehicle use by 2030.
2,100 MW
Battery Storage
Total battery storage deployed as of April 2024.
- Targeting net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
- Aiming for a 70% renewable energy power mix by 2030.
- Planning to blend 15% renewable natural gas in pipelines by 2030.
- Targeting 48 million metric tons of lifecycle emissions reductions via efficiency and electrification by 2030.
- Committed to becoming climate-positive by 2050.
Inclusion & Diversity
18-year streak
Corporate Equality Index
Consistently achieved a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for 18 consecutive years.
Nine-year 100%
Disability Equality Index
Maintained a perfect score on the Disability Equality Index for nine consecutive years.
26% women
Workforce composition
Approximately 26% of the workforce are women among ~28,000 employees.
50% minorities
Diverse workforce
Over half of the workforce identifies as a minority.
- Middle management: 34% women; senior management: 42% women; executive officers: 50% women.
- Employee resource groups: 11 groups supporting diverse communities including Women, LGBTQ+, veterans, disabilities.
- Annual DEI awards and partnerships with Society of Women Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers, Out & Equal.