Budget Analyst II

Employment Type ALLETE - Non-Union FLSA Status Exempt Four openings Budget Analyst II $67,000 - $84,000 | Hybrid with in person reporting to Duluth or Cohasset MN

Play a key role in managing company budgets, forecasting expenditures, and delivering accurate financial reporting that supports organizational goals. Combines analytical expertise, process improvement, and customer-focused support to strengthen financial controls and optimize business performance.

What You'll Do

• Prepare, monitor, revise and report on assigned Company budgets and actual expenditures relative to those budgets ensuring budget integrity for regulatory purposes and control of company resources.
• Develop and maintain report formats, procedures, and revisions of existing systems.
• Budget information is reviewed, analyzed and changes are recommended to ensure consistency with company policies and practices.
• Budgeting systems and models are used and maintained to full capability.
• Investigate and implement new technology solutions, systems and methods
• Consolidate and update budgetary processes
• Provide training on budgeting and accounting expertise, training and troubleshooting capability with department staff and other company employees
• Ensure budgeting integrity is ensured for regulatory purposes and the control of business costs
• Ensure all report preparation meets operational and reporting requirements
• Administrative responsibilities support department requirements

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or analytics or equivalent PLUS four years or more job related experience.

• If equivalent, must have taken related accounting courses. OR

• Master's in Business Administration degree (MBA) PLUS three years or more job related experience.

How To Stand Out

• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to establish and maintain productive working relationships.

About Us Minnesota Power, an ALLETE company, delivers safe, reliable energy to homes, communities, and major industries across northeastern Minnesota while advancing a long term commitment to sustainability. As a key contributor to ALLETE’s clean energy strategy, the organization is grounded in shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet, creating meaningful opportunities for professionals at every stage of their career.

Benefits The expected annual compensation range for this position is $67,000 - $84,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Additionally, this position qualifies for a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Incentive Program
• Retirement Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance, Disability & Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Community Engagement, and more.

This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.

Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.

External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers. This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier. ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business need without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other status otherwise protected by law. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-3921. EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled