Financial Analyst II or III - Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

 

Job Summary:

This role develops financial budgets and forecasts that align with Southern Company Gas’ strategic objectives and providing accurate actionable analysis and reporting to help with maximizing profitability. 

 

This position currently follows a hybrid work schedule and requires this role to be in office 2 – 3 days per week. 

This position may be filled as Financial Analyst II or III.  Individuals who demonstrate advanced skills in terms of work experience, education, and certifications may be eligible for the more advanced position.

  JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES   Supports business areas in plan creation (budgets, forecasts and strategic) Provides business area value added analysis and reporting (monthly variance reporting, trending, projections, presentations and ad-hoc analysis) to support business decision makers. Works with business area leaders to achieve desired results.  Monitors results versus plan and works with business leaders to achieve desired results Supports business area needs (non-budget/finance) and analyzes financial and non-financial data to help drive business decisions  Articulates results, variances and key drivers effectively Demonstrates knowledge of the business and industry in analyses and updates scenario models Develops recommendations and alternatives to meet objectives Collaborates with business area to understand trends and initiatives (current and future) Builds effective relationships with business area(s) supported Communicates effectively with all levels of the business area supported Influences business decisions by sharing analyses and expertise. Identifies process and/or profit improvements

 

Education and Experience

Required:

BS/BA degree in Accounting or Finance

 

Related Work Experience:

Financial Analyst II

Up to 2 years experience in financial planning, financial analysis, regulatory planning, and/or accounting or related fields

Financial Analyst III

2-4 years experience in financial planning, financial analysis, regulatory planning, and/or accounting or related fields

 

Specific Skills & Knowledge:

Required:

Ability to work independently while keeping management informed as appropriate Excellent communication skills Positive attitude and energy Ability to handle multiple projects with changing priorities Maintain positive relationships with teammates and many different stakeholders Ability to communicate in a range of situations and people, i.e., from a high level in simple terms down to a detailed level with complex topics and information Strong analytical and critical thinking skills Working knowledge of Oracle and its budgeting and reporting systems or similar systems MS Excel – intermediate to advanced proficiency MS Office Suite – intermediate proficiency General knowledge of accounting   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.