Financial Analyst, Sr.

Financial Analyst, Sr.

Description

Financial Analyst – AFT Budgeting Organization

Please Note: You will be required to be in the office a minimum of three (3) days per week @ 241 Ralph McGill Blvd, Atlanta, GA

** You Must have at least 2 Years of O&M budgeting, Finance, Accounting, or similar experience.

** You may be required to travel (sometimes with EXTREME SHORT NOTICE) with extended overnight stays for both in-state AND out-of-state storm logistics, as well as other business requirements.

Summary of Position Duties

The Financial Analyst position will provide financial leadership, planning, and support to meet corporate and business unit goals and objectives; ensure compliance with policies, procedures and applicable laws and regulations that govern our business; establish and maintain effective relationships and communications with business unit and corporate partners to achieve these objectives. Provide insight on and influence financial business decisions that will drive growth and operational excellence including, target setting, reporting and analysis, planning and forecasting, corporate financial direction.

Job Experience and Education

• B.S./B.A. in Accounting/Finance, Business, Engineering, Economics, or related field required; advance degree preferred
• Basic understanding of GAAP and FASB
• At least 2 years of O&M budgeting, Finance, Accounting, or similar experience highly desired

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of financial and accounting principles and procedures

• Familiarity with General Accounting Procedures and Corporate Guidelines
• Firm grasp of key financial concepts- Net income, EPS, cash flow analysis, revenue requirements
• Working knowledge of financial management information systems and tools (Oracle Planning, Oracle AP, PowerPlan, Maximo, etc.)
• Ability to manage stress and balance multiple priorities while producing high quality work under intense workloads and pressure
• Possess:
• Strategic thinking and planning skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Creative analytical and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated accounting and finance skills
• Excellent computer skills - especially Excel, Power Point, and Word

Job Responsibilities

• Provide financial and compliance analysis to internal customers and management team.
• Build strong working relationships with internal and external partners to develop the deep business understanding necessary to draw conclusions and make recommendations
• Analyze financial risks and opportunities and develop insights to influence the organization’s business decisions
• Analyze the business, identify issues and recommend solutions that improve the business unit's financial or operational performance in areas of responsibility including:
• Budget preparation
• Financial analysis, guidance, reporting, & communication (e.g., O&M, Capital, etc.)
• Ensuring accurate accounting and reporting of financial information
• Making recommendations for allocation of resources and identification of cost savings opportunities
• Develop 5-year budgets annually with the assistance of key stakeholders.
• Supporting your business unit ensuring that all targets are met
• Keep compliance highly visible
• Help management & supervision ensure employees understand and perform their roles & responsibilities and are knowledgeable of applicable financialpolicies and procedures that govern their activities
• Perform required control activities to ensure compliance of financial policies and procedures
• Provide guidance to employees on accounting, finance and compliance related issues
• Establish and maintain effective relationships and communications within the business unit and corporate partners
• Lead and/or manage special projects as required
• Occasional Travel and extended overnight stay for on and off system storm logistics and other business needs is required

Behavioral Attributes

Models all aspects of Our Values. Understands broad implications of decisions and work activities, determines steps needed to achieve goals, exhibits a high degree of initiative and personal responsibility. Detailed, positive motivator, dependable, flexible, customer focused, team player, intelligent risk-taker, and results oriented.

Disclaimer:

This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is consistently recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Field: Finance

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Atlanta

Operating Company: Georgia Power Company

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

Georgia Power Headquarters - 241 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE (241ATLANTA)

241 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE

Atlanta, 30308

Req ID: GPC2009627