Financial Analyst

Southern Company • Atlanta, GA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides financial services to support the goals and objectives of Southern Company Gas’s Financial Planning and Analysis department. The focus is on value creation through analysis, identification of issues, support of the Financial Plan, and implementation of strategy with timely and accurate management reporting.

The position may be filled at the Financial Analyst II, Financial Analyst III, or Senior Financial Analyst level. Individuals with more advanced work experience, education, and certifications may be eligible for a more advanced level. Applicants may possess a combination of equivalent education and work experience.

The current hybrid work model requires four days in the office, Monday through Thursday, and one day working from home on Friday, unless deliverables require the team to be in the office. Conditions may change due to Company policy.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in Finance, Engineering, Accounting, Business, or another field requiring application of analytical techniques.
• Financial Analyst II: At least 1 year of experience in financial planning, financial analysis, regulatory planning, financial strategy/valuation, or related fields.
• Financial Analyst III: At least 2 years of experience in financial planning, financial analysis, regulatory planning, financial strategy/valuation, or related fields.
• Financial Analyst III: Experience with financial analysis/valuation models, including Excel or database-driven models, and ability to troubleshoot issues.
• Senior Financial Analyst: 3–5 years of experience in financial planning, financial analysis, regulatory planning, financial strategy/valuation, or related fields.
• Senior Financial Analyst: Experience with financial analysis/valuation models, including Excel or database-driven models, and ability to troubleshoot issues.
• Ability to handle multiple projects with changing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and keep management informed of shifting priorities.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to identify process improvements.

Nice To Haves

• Energy company experience.
• Financial Analyst II: Utility, natural gas, or other energy industry experience.
• Financial Analyst III: Basic understanding of utility Finance (revenue requirements) and/or capital forecasting.
• Financial Analyst III: Utility, natural gas, or other energy industry experience.
• Senior Financial Analyst: Thorough understanding of utility Finance (revenue requirements) and capital forecasting.
• Senior Financial Analyst: Utility, natural gas, or other energy industry experience.
• Basic understanding of the UIPlanner Financial Model.
• Basic understanding of Oracle Planning.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining and preparing the corporate five-year Financial Plan and annual budget.
• Assist with reforecasts throughout the year, including 3+9, 6+6, and 9+3 reforecasts.
• Assess financial performance against targets, including risks and opportunities to the Plan.
• Maintain and assist in developing the corporate UI Financial Model and other financial models and tools, including Excel and Oracle Planning.
• Develop and execute strategies to meet the company’s overall financial objectives.
• Assist with Treasury activities, including liquidity forecasting, issuing long-term debt, and rating agency metric analysis.
• Develop management presentations communicating financial updates.
• Support rate case preparation and regulatory strategy.
• Assist with developing the company’s capital forecast.
• Analyze financial and non-financial data to help drive business decisions.
• Communicate results, variances, and key drivers effectively.
• Develop recommendations and alternatives to meet objectives, demonstrating knowledge of the business and industry in analyses.
• Monitor results against plan and work with business leaders to achieve desired results.
• Identify process and other areas for improvement.
• Foster relationships with managers, peers, and customers, and contribute as a team player.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of the business and influence business decisions by sharing analyses and expertise.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Annual incentive awards for eligible employees.
• Health, welfare, and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being.
• May be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, subject to the applicable plan terms and conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level