Financial Analyst – APC Finance & Corporate Planning
Alabama Power Company – Advertising & Engagement
This position is located at APC Corporate Headquarters in Birmingham, AL
POSITION SUMMARY
The Financial Analyst position will support corporate business functions and will provide direction to key stakeholders and peers for insight on and influence of financial business decisions that will drive growth, operational excellence, and process improvement. Some duties include target setting, reporting and analysis, planning and forecasting, and corporate financial direction.
Provide financial leadership, planning, and support for organizational goals to meet corporate and business unit goals and objectives; ensure compliance with policies, procedures and applicable laws and regulations that govern our business; establish and maintain effective relationships and communications with internal management and corporate partners to achieve these objectives. Be a financial subject matter expert, act as a financial liaison, and provide financial leadership associated with business units.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience:
- B.S./B.A. in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field required
- Basic understanding of GAAP and FASB
- Preferred 2+ years of budgeting, Finance, Accounting or similar experience highly desired
- Experience working directly with Oracle suite of applications, PowerPlan, and/or other financial query and analysis tools highly desired
- Accounting, budget, or financial planning and analysis experience working in the Utility or similar industry would be a plus
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Commitment to exceptional customer service and support
- Knowledge of financial and accounting principles and procedures
- Familiarity with General Accounting Procedures and Corporate Guidelines
- Strength in communication and training for complex processes to peers and managers
- Firm grasp of key financial concepts - Net income, EPS, cash flow analysis, revenue requirements
- Working knowledge of financial management information systems and tools (PowerPlan, Oracle Planning, Oracle Projects, Oracle AP, Maximo, etc.)
- Ability to balance multiple priorities while producing high quality work under intense workloads and pressure
- Possess:
+ Strategic thinking and planning skills
+ Effective interpersonal and communication skills
+ Creative analytical and problem-solving skills
+ Demonstrated accounting and finance skill
+ Excellent computer skills - especially Oracle Projects, Oracle Planning, Excel, Power Bi, PowerPoint, and Word
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ability to understand complex processes to translate and provide education to internal teams
- Be a self-starter to identify gaps in documentation, training, and reporting
- Assist in creating reports as needed to support financial analysis across the organization
- Build strong working relationships with internal and external partners to develop a deep business understanding necessary to draw conclusions and make recommendations
- Analyze financial risks and opportunities and develop insights to influence the organization’s business decisions
- Analyze the business, identify issues and recommend solutions that improve the business unit's financial or operational performance in areas of responsibility
- Understanding of Budget Preparation and Financial Reporting
+ Financial analysis, guidance, reporting, & communication (e.g., O&M, Capital, Asset Management, etc.)
+ Ensuring accurate accounting and reporting of financial information
+ Making recommendations for allocation of resources and identification of cost savings opportunities
+ Develop 5-year budgets annually with the assistance of key stakeholders
+ Supporting your business unit ensuring that all targets are met
- Establish and maintain effective relationships and communications within AFT
- Lead and/or manage special projects as required
BENEFITS
- Competitive Pay
- Excellent benefits packages which includes:
+ Medical and dental coverage
+ Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
+ Performance Pay Program
+ 401(k) plan with a generous company match
+ Bonus opportunities
+ Tuition Reimbursement
*Please submit an updated resume with your application* **
Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama.
For more information, visit www.AlabamaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/AlabamaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/AlabamaPower), LinkedIn (Linkedin.com/company/alabama-power), and Instagram (Instagram.com/alabamapower).
Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 19499
Job Category: Finance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Alabama Power
