Analyst, FP&A

AES US•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

FP&A Analyst is responsible for supporting the company's financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and analytical activities. This role partners with business leaders and cross-functional teams to provide financial insights, evaluate business performance, and support strategic decision-making through accurate financial analysis and modeling. The position plays a key role in driving financial discipline, improving forecast accuracy, and identifying opportunities to enhance business performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
Fluent in English (required)

Nice To Haves

1 or 2 years of experience in FP&A, project finance, or a related financial analysis role
Demonstrated experience preparing investor- or lender-facing financial deliverables
Financial modeling skills in Excel; experience with SAP, BPC, Anaplan, or comparable planning tools
Solid grounding in GAAP across the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement
Experience in the energy, infrastructure, or real assets sector
Familiarity with project finance structures, joint ventures, or bond/lender reporting a strong plus

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain monthly and annual forecasts, budgets, and long-term financial plans.
Perform variance analysis between actual results, budget, and forecast, identifying key business drivers and risks.
Develop and maintain financial models supporting business planning and decision-making.
Analyze operating expenses, capital expenditures, revenue, and cash flow trends.
Support management reporting by preparing presentations, dashboards, and financial performance summaries.
Partner with operational and functional teams to understand business drivers and improve forecast accuracy.
Assist in the preparation of strategic business cases, investment analyses, and scenario modeling.
Identify financial risks and opportunities and provide actionable recommendations to management.
Support regulatory filings, financial planning processes, and special projects as required.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by enhancing processes, controls, and reporting capabilities.