Specialist (Finance)

Power Planning & Monitoring Company (PPMC) is mandated to provide policy and technical support to the Ministry of Energy (Power Division), oversee integrated planning of Pakistan's Power Sector, develop and implement strategic plans, and monitor performance of Power Sector Entities. PPMC seeks a Finance Specialist to assist the Managing Director in analysis of sectoral, financial, and operational data relating to Pakistan's Power Sector. The incumbent will review, consolidate, and analyze analytical inputs and reports from various functional units. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, outstanding problem-solving abilities, sound judgment, exceptional communication skills, analytical mindset, IT proficiency, and integrity when handling confidential information.

Key Responsibilities

• • Lead the preparation of comprehensive analytical reports on line losses, recovery, and receivables, providing actionable insights to support revenue, electricity theft control, and assessment of associated financial impacts
• • Review and consolidate analytical reports and assessments prepared by various functional units of PPMC
• • Assist in analysis of financial performance indicators, operational trends, and sectoral developments in the power sector
• • Compile and interpret data from various power sector entities to support monitoring and analytical oversight functions of PPMC
• • Prepare high-quality analytical reports, dashboards, and policy briefs to support MD in informed decision-making including financial analysis of various aspects as per the requirement of MD
• • Carry out and review tariff and financial models for generation, transmission, and distribution segments of the power sector, including Cost of Service (FACOS) and Multi-Year Tariff (MYT) frameworks as required
• • Assist in evaluating the financial implications of power sector reforms, particularly under the Competitive Trading Bilateral Contract Market (CTBCM) regime, including open access, wheeling charges, and supplier arrangements
• • Assist in evaluating various submissions to MD such as investment analysis, cost-benefit analysis of various projects/initiatives including loss reduction programs, and efficiency improvement initiatives under power sector
• • Support in evaluating the balance sheet restructuring to clean up the balances and to enhance the value of the companies for the purposes of privatization including performance monitoring framework for post privatization of DISCOs
• • Support MD to analyze the financial impact of fuel supply arrangements (including RLNG/natural gas, coal, and RFO) on power generation costs and assess their pass-through to DISCOs tariff
• • Undertake analytical assignments and special tasks assigned by the MD

Requirements

• ✓ CFA / ACMA / ACCA / MBA (Finance) / M.Com from HEC recognized or affiliated institute/university
• ✓ Minimum 7 years relevant post-qualification experience in reputable national or multinational organization
• ✓ At least 5 years experience in financial planning, performance evaluation, financial modelling, data analysis, and regulatory compliance of Distribution Companies (DISCOs)
• ✓ Experience in energy sector is an added advantage but not mandatory
• ✓ Maximum age limit is 35 years as of the closing date of the advertisement. No relaxation will be permitted.

Skills & Expertise

What We Offer

• ✓ Market-based, competitive remuneration package commensurate with skills and experience as per company policy
• ✓ First 3 months on probation, thereafter continued as per company policy