Senior Costing and Rates Analyst

The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Corporate Regulatory Affairs

Location:1223 Lower Water Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia

Type of Employment: Regular, Full-Time

Closing Date: March 26, 2026

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Costing and Rates Analyst to join our team at Nova Scotia Power. As the Senior Costing and Rates Analyst, you will play a crucial role in costing, rate design, rate administration and the associated regulatory processes for these matters. Your expertise in these areas will contribute to accurate assignment of costs to customer classes, design of new rates and riders in reflection of changes to the energy system in Nova Scotia, and the overall growth and success of our organization.

The successful candidate will work closely with Load and Revenue Forecasting team, Finance and other internal stakeholders, to ensure regulatory compliance and will possess good presentation skills to convey complex ratemaking concepts to non-technical audiences.

Key elements of this role include:

Regulatory, Costing & Rates:

• Develop and conduct Cost of Service Studies through collaboration with stakeholder representatives and internal cross-functional teams to accurately assign the revenue requirement and determine rates for residential, commercial, industrial and other customers.
• Support in the preparation of various reporting and costing and rates related applications, such as General Rate Applications, Fuel Adjustment Mechanism Applications and other Rates and Rider Application to the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB).
• Support the Company in regulatory proceedings, including engagement with regulatory stakeholders to address inquiries, responding to requests for information, and compliance matters.
• Conduct comprehensive analyses to determine potential improvements to the Cost of Service Studies and other rate design proposals including implementation of modeling improvements.
• Design, preparation, and implementation of financial models and new rates and riders to align with the Company's pricing innovation strategy and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and interpret regulatory developments, industry trends, and legislative changes affecting rate design and utility pricing.
• Provide subject matter expertise and recommendations on rate-related matters and compliance.
• Administration related to the Tariffs and relevant Regulations.

These skills will make you successful:

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in costing, rate design, with a utility, or similar regulated environment would be considered an asset.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive ability to balance business and other stakeholder objectives to achieve optimal results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner to external stakeholders, cross-functional teams and senior leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing regulatory environments and contribute to strategic decision-making.
• Detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical modeling using tools such as Excel.

In addition to the above qualifications the following experience would be considered an asset:

• Proven experience working in a rate-regulated utility environment, with a strong understanding of the unique challenges and dynamics of such organizations.
• In-depth knowledge of cost-of-service methodologies and their application in rate design and regulatory proceedings.
• Familiarity with rate case processes, including the preparation of testimony, supporting documentation, and data requests.
• Strong understanding of utility financials, including revenue requirements, cost recovery mechanisms, and rate of return calculations.

Join our team as the Senior Costing and Rates Analyst, and leverage your expertise in rate design, finance, regulatory processes, along with your experience in working within a rate-regulated utility and cost-of-service methodologies, to shape the future of our electrical utility services.

Learn more about our culture and values

At the Emera Group of Companies, you'll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.

If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by March 26, 2026 and let us know why this role is right for you.

The perks of joining our team? We offer:

• Flexibility: Hybrid work model.
• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching, volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

At NSP we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. NSP supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.

This job is based in an office environment in Halifax and may periodically require travel around the Province and you must possess a valid driver's license. At NS Power, safety is a top priority and the incumbent is expected to be a leader in this regard.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.