Senior Financial Analyst - PGO Florida Finance

Duke Energy Corporation•St. Petersburg, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. The role will be responsible for accounting, financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting support to Power Grid Operations Florida business unit. This position requires a blended knowledge of technical and functional financial reporting and analysis skills. This position works closely with the business customers to analyze and report variances, trends and plans. Key activities include financial planning, managing the budget development as well as monthly, year to date, and year-end financial analysis. The role will work with business representatives at all levels to provide the expertise/assistance necessary for the business to achieve financial success.

Requirements

Four-year degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related fields
6 plus years of work experience in finance-related field (planning, analysis, budgeting and forecasting, or accounting), or the energy industry
Experience applying GAAP accounting principles, and evaluating internal controls
Demonstrated analytical/problem solving skills and strong business acumen
Ability to understand business operations and apply business acumen to identify issues and propose innovative solutions
Demonstrated information technology skills: Experience with financial applications (such as PeopleSoft FMIS, Power Plant, etc.) and query tools (such as Business Objects)
Proficient skills in Microsoft products such as Excel, Word, and Access

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree in Accounting, Business or related fields
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar certification (or working toward certification)
Experience in regulated utility accounting
Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to build relationships with customers at all levels within the organization
Ability to work independently and in a team environment; demonstrated initiative within current team

Responsibilities

Provide financial, accounting, and business management analytical support to various levels of management and customers.
Budget development for supported functions.
Evaluate and report business unit O&M and capital budget variances that allows for accurate financial reporting and accurate year end projections.
Support the reporting process within the region to facilitate understanding of business and variance impacts to zone and employees.
Compile and analyze statistical data to identify and correct errors and to evaluate general content.
Prepare, check and/or post journal entries and accruals on an as needed basis.
Perform account reconciliations on an as needed basis.
Serve as key interface to zone on understanding and implementation of financial policies and procedures.
Collaborate with peer analysts to improve work processes and efficiencies across all zones
Support for cost-reimbursable spend related to costs in aid of construction, solar projects, and highway/DOT projects
Analyze cost pool charging for adherence to applicable policies and for reasonableness of O&M and capital splits
Develop an understanding of the work management systems and the accounting mapping to support the work orders.
Prepare financial schedules required to meet monthly and quarterly business unit data requests from Corporate Accounting.
Work with internal and external auditors, providing necessary information and answering questions as needed.
Assist in SOX documentation updates and management testing as needed.
Maintain good working knowledge of accounting policies and impacts as required.
Actively seek to identify and meet customer needs with a sense of urgency, taking ownership of customer issues and problems until resolved.
Overtime may be required during monthly/quarterly/annual closing processes, the annual budget process, and the rollout of new and/or revised processes.