Business Performance Specialist / Sr. Business Performance Specialist

Business Performance Specialist

The Business Performance Specialist supports the activities of the MO Regulated Field Operations Support and Analysis department. Interacts with Power Operations Leaders, as well as various Ameren Controllers and personnel. Key responsibilities include :

• Collaborate with leadership as well as other supervisory and engineering personnel in matters relating to Power Operations budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare and submit the annual budget, research and offer advice to resolve any significant variances between actual and budgeted expenditures and assist operating personnel in preparing a business case for items proposed for budgetary consideration.
• Create, automate, and review internal financial / operational reports.
• Prepare external regulatory filings with the Missouri Public Service Commission.
• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance financial processes, procedures and controls.
• Analyze data across various source systems to recommend process enhancements, drive consistency and to improve future reporting and analysis.
• Assist in the development of department / segment procedures to ensure compliance with corporate policies.
• Participate in or lead cross-functional teams within the department and organization.
• Demonstrate technical subject matter expertise and / or overall business acumen.
• Assist the Manager with special projects as assigned and prepares specialized reports and confidential documents.

Qualifications - Business Performance Specialist

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field from an accredited college or university required. Master's Degree or CPA / CMA / CFA preferred. Three or more years relevant accounting experience (understanding of accounting, budget preparation and statistical analysis) required without an advanced degree or certification. One or more years relevant accounting experience (understanding of accounting, budget preparation and statistical analysis) required with Master's Degree or CPA / CMA / CFA.

In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate : A working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of applications and advanced level proficiency with Excel is required. Working knowledge of specific Ameren applications (UIP, General Ledger, Power Plan, OAC, EMPRV, DOJM, TRIS, etc.) preferred. Good organizational, problem-solving, analytical, communication, and human relations skills are required. Demonstrated ability to monitor reports, solve problems and be decisive, proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently on multiple tasks requiring priority setting and deadlines. Must show initiative and attention to detail and work well in a team environment.

Additional Information

Ameren's selection process includes a series of interviews and may include a leadership assessment process. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.

Compensation Range : $71,100.00 - $137,200.00

At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.