Transmission Capital Budget Analyst

American Electric Power•New Albany, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Prepare financial forecasts, variance analyses, regulatory filings, and ad hoc analysis of strategic opportunities. Analyze and make recommendations on regulatory and general business strategy. Must have STRONG Excel skills. This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Capital Budget Analyst level, with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for higher level Capital Budget Analysts.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree, preferred majors include accounting, finance, economics, business administration or engineering.
2 or more years of work experience in accounting, finance, economics, business administration or engineering (for Grade 6)
4 or more years of work experience in accounting, finance, economics, business administration or engineering (for Grade 7)
Advanced Excel (often plus BI tools)
Financial modeling & forecasting
Strong analytical / quantitative skills
Communication & presentation skills
Attention to detail
Business/strategic thinking
Demonstrate ability to manage time effectively and efficiently; show capacity for organizational and planning skills; as well as having an aptitude for accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to achieve goals.
Team player with ability to work and collaborate well with others.
Immediate knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and ability to develop complex spreadsheets.
Must be a self-motivated individual and able to work under general supervision, be independent, and competently perform current scheduling techniques and analyses on all scope of work aspects.
Understand and support the policies, values, principles, structure and behavior of AEP.

Nice To Haves

BI tools

Responsibilities

Support budgeting and long-range planning for the Transmission organization
Conduct monthly/quarterly budget variance analysis
Develop financial models
Prepare reports and presentations for leadership
Provide recommendations to improve financial performance
Provide regulatory support for rate cases, discovery requests, RFIs, and filings
Facilitate budget development calls with stakeholders (Project Management, Planning, Telecom, Transmission Field Services)