Nuclear Planning Analyst - Nuclear Planning Analyst, Principal

American Electric Power • Bridgman, MI

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Perform long range planning, conduct cost benefit analysis and provide recommendations on implementation of projects and capital improvements. Please Note: This position is posted in a range, and an offer will be made based on the candidate's qualifications.

Requirements

• Strong experience with database reporting.
• Experience in month end closing processes, Capital/O&M determinations, retirement units and performance indicators.
• Exposure to regulated revenue environment and FERC accounting regulations.
• Ability to produce ad hoc reports using database reporting tools.
• Must establish and maintain a permanent residence within a 45-minute safe drive time to the D.C. Cook Nuclear Power Plant.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the administration of the annual strategic planning process and develop, recommend and implement business plans that include all scheduling, resource and cost information, measurable goals, objectives, action plans and other requirements.
• Assist in the analysis of business unit performance measures in relation to company strategic performance measures.
• Ensure expenses are appropriately accrued/recorded ensuring compliance with company policies, FERC, GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley principles.
• Research trends and variances and communicate with appropriate staff to resolve issues.
• Perform benchmarking studies with other electric utilities and the manufacturing industry.
• Facilitate the resolution of commercial issues between vendor contracts, purchase orders, material receipts and/or invoices.
• Present activity based management systems training.
• Assist in the development, testing and implementation of business solutions that support managerial and financial reporting requirements.
• Develop, review or prepare reports on complex business strategies in a manner suitable for presentation to senior management, professional societies, regulatory bodies, etc.

Benefits

• In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees