Program Consultant – Utility Finance & Energy Efficiency
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Job Description
Program Consultant – Utility Finance & Energy EfficiencyLocation: Newark, New Jersey
Hybrid – 3 days in the office
About Us
CARIAN is a purpose-driven, women-owned consulting and advisory firm exclusively serving the power and utilities sector. We help utilities deliver energy programs, manage capital projects, and improve operational performance.
We're hiring a Program Consultant with strong utility financial experience to support energy efficiency initiatives. You’ll lead forecasting, financial analysis, and continuous improvement efforts supporting one of our utility clients—while helping document and streamline core financial processes that keep the program running smoothly.
Responsibilities
Build and manage bottom-up forecasts and budgets for energy efficiency programs
Analyze actuals vs. forecast and conduct variance reviews with internal and client teams
Apply utility accounting standards to ensure accurate financial tracking
Evaluate energy savings, program ROI, and investment performance
Document financial workflows and identify opportunities for process improvement
Lead initiatives that improve accuracy, efficiency, and reporting speed
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across program, finance, and engineering teams
Communicate financial insights clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or related field
6+ years of experience in financial analysis and/or accounting—must include utilities or energy program work
Expertise in forecasting, budgeting, and investment evaluation
Strong Excel and financial modeling skills; reporting tool proficiency a plus
Experience with utility regulatory and reporting requirements
Strong communicator with the ability to translate data into decisions
Process-driven and improvement-minded
Why CARIAN?
Purpose-driven work – help deliver infrastructure that powers communities
Industry reputation – trusted by leading utilities for reliability and results
Career growth – opportunities to lead major programs and mentor high-performing teams
Collaborative culture – join a team that values delivery excellence and long-term relationships
Competitive total rewards – strong compensation, full benefits, 401(k) match, and meaningful work
CARIAN takes pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any legally protected class.
As a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise, CARIAN is committed to providing employment opportunities to women, veterans, and underrepresented minorities.
CARIAN does not sponsor H-1b visas at this time.
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