Financial Analyst – Planning and Analysis

Southern Company • Birmingham, AL

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Analyst position is responsible for providing financial results and analysis to support reporting, budgeting, planning, and forecast that meet Company goals and objectives. Works with all levels of employees, including Executive leadership in the Company and throughout Southern Company to analyze, research, prepare, and communicate financial and operating information. The position requires detailed financial analysis, accuracy, initiative, and effective communication skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field requiring application of analytical techniques required
• Knowledge of financial and accounting principles and procedures
• Firm grasp of key financial concepts including net income and cash flow analysis
• Minimum 1 year of budgeting, finance, accounting, or similar experience required
• Excellent computer skills- especially Excel, Power Point, and Word
• Must be comfortable presenting in front of executive leadership (Director level and above)

Nice To Haves

• PowerBI skills is a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely budget and projections: Financial analysis, guidance, and reporting (O&M, capital, revenue, affiliate billings)
• Accurate projection of earnings, affiliate billings, capital, and cash requirements
• Develop annual 5-year budget with the assistance of key stakeholders
• Support business partners ensuring all targets are met
• Prepare analysis and reports for internal management and business units, as well as affiliate customers
• Will be responsible for variance analysis for monthly, year to date, and annual reporting
• Build strong working relationships with internal and external partners to respond to their needs
• Analyze business challenges and opportunities, oftentimes through special projects, and provide solutions to achieve financial targets and improve financial or operational performance
• Maintain lease information, including payments and revenues

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
• Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

What This Job Offers

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