Financial Analyst AFT Budgeting Organization
Location : Georgia Power Headquarters-241 Ralph McGill Blvd NE Atlanta, Ga
Please Note All The Following Prior To Applying :
- As per current corporate policy, you will be required to be IN THE OFFICE 4 days per week (Mon Thu), and / or as additionally required.
- Occasional Travel & extended overnight stay for on and off system storm logistics and other business needs is REQUIRED without much advanced notice.
Job Summary
The Financial Analyst position will provide direction and training to internal team for insight on and influence for financial business decisions that will drive growth, operational excellence, and process improvement including, target setting, reporting and analysis, planning and forecasting, & corporate financial direction. Provide financial leadership, planning, and support to help support organizational goals 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 internal team and corporate partners to achieve these objectives. Be subject matter expert, act as financial liaison, and provide leadership associated with business units.
Major Job Responsibilities
Ability to understand complex processes to translate and provide education to internal teamBe a self-starter to identify gaps in documentation, training, and reportingAssist in creating reports as needed to support financial analysis across the organizationBuild strong working relationships with internal and external partners to develop the deep business understanding necessary to draw conclusions and make recommendationsAnalyze financial risks and opportunities and develop insights to influence the organization's business decisionsAnalyze the business, identify issues and recommend solutions that improve the business unit's financial or operational performance in areas of responsibilityUnderstanding of Budget Preparation and Financial ReportingFinancial analysis, guidance, reporting, & communication (e.g., O&M, Capital, Asset Management, etc.) :Ensuring accurate accounting and reporting of financial information
Making recommendations for allocation of resources and identification of cost savings opportunitiesDevelop 5-year budgets annually with the assistance of key stakeholdersSupporting your business unit ensuring that all targets are metKeep compliance highly visible :Help management & supervision ensure employees understand and perform their roles & responsibilities and are knowledgeable of applicable policies and procedures that govern their activities
Perform required control activities to ensure complianceProvide guidance to employees on accounting, finance and compliance related issuesEstablish and maintain effective relationships and communications within AFTAssist with special projects as requiredOccasional Travel and extended overnight stay for on and off system storm logistics and other business needs is requiredJob Requirements
Education & Experience
B.S. / B.A. in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field requiredBasic understanding of GAAP and FASBExperience in Budgeting, Finance, Accounting or similar experience desiredKnowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of financial and accounting principles and proceduresFamiliarity with General Accounting Procedures and Corporate GuidelinesStrength in communication and training for complex processes to peers and managersFirm grasp of key financial concepts- Net income, EPS, cash flow analysis, revenue requirementsWorking knowledge of financial management information systems and tools (PowerPlan, Oracle Planning, Oracle Projects, Oracle AP, Maximo, etc.)Ability to manage stress and balance multiple priorities while producing high quality work under intense workloads and pressurePossesses :Strategic thinking and planning skills
Effective interpersonal and communication skillsCreative analytical and problem-solving skillsDemonstrated accounting and finance skillExcellent computer skills - especially SmartView, Oracle Projects, Oracle Planning, Excel, Power Point, and WordBehavioral 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.