Forecast Analyst

Southern Company • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

As a Forecasting Analyst at Southern Company Services, you'll have the opportunity to shape critical decisions for a leading electric utility by developing and communicating energy and peak demand forecasts, collaborating with a broad network of internal stakeholders, and rapidly building expertise in electricity sales, revenue, and demand modeling. This opportunity will allow the successful candidate to become a trusted advisor whose insights drive operational excellence, strategic planning, and the reliable delivery of energy to millions, all while advancing your career in a dynamic, high-impact environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required - B.A./B.S. strongly preferred in Economics or Statistics. Master's degree or graduate degree in a complementary field like Finance or Engineering is preferred.
• 6 months experience in forecasting or quantitative analysis is required.
• Must have strong quantitative, modeling, analytical, technical, organizational, project management, presentation, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office products, Eviews, SAS, or other programming applications used in forecasting and data analytics.
• Candidate is expected to have time management skills to balance multiple priorities while producing high quality work under tight deadlines.
• Must model the behaviors and values of "Our Values"- Safety First; Intentional Inclusion; Act with Integrity; Superior Performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate the energy, peak demand, and revenue forecasts for Southern Company's electric utility operating companies.
• Regularly improve and enhance company understanding of energy usage trends and their impact on energy demands and company strategies.
• Prepare and present results of the forecast and related projects to the operating company representatives.
• Provide technical expertise in forecasting and modeling across the company
• Provide technical support in regulatory proceedings like Integrated Resource Plans (IRP) and rate case filings and PSC.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with clients.
• Perform special projects and assignments.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees