Financial Analyst - GA Power Env Affairs (In Office 3 Days/Wk)

Financial Analyst - CCR PMO, Environmental Affairs

Please note: This is a hybrid work position and you will be required to be IN THE OFFICE @ 241 Ralph McGill Blvd, Atlanta, GA a Minimum of three (3) days per week and/or as required.

** This posting is for 2 Financial Analyst positions – both will support the environmental compliance activities within the Georgia Power Company (GPC) Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO) Program.

The Financial Analyst will support key stakeholders that work on GPC CCR ARO program. This could include monthly forecasting, change management, semi-annual budget submittals to the Public Service Commission, accruals, correcting entries and other related accounting and budgeting functions.

Provide financial leadership and continued process improvement to ensure compliance costs are accurately stated and long-term needs are appropriately estimated. Be a subject matter expert, act as a financial liaison, and provide leadership across the program.

Major Role Responsibilities

• Be a self-starter to identify gaps in documentation, training, and reporting.

• Assist in creating reports as needed to support financial analysis across the organization.

• Build strong working relationships with internal and external partners to develop the deep CCR program understanding necessary to draw conclusions and make recommendations.

• Analyze financial risks and opportunities and develop insights to influence the organization’s business decisions.

• Provide Budget Preparation and Financial Reporting

  • Financial analysis, guidance, reporting, & communication

  • Ensuring accurate accounting and reporting of financial information

  • Making recommendations for allocation of resources and identification of cost savings opportunities

  • Participate in the development of the semi-annual budget submittal with the assistance of key stakeholders

  • Document key assumptions and quantities that support monthly forecasts and semi-annual budgets

  • Ensure change management is completed accurately and timely

  • Provide input to data requests and briefing cards as needed

• Participate in month-end closing processes which may include accruing costs, booking journals cost transfers, and completing variance analysis

• Provide guidance to employees on accounting, finance and compliance related issues

• 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

Candidates that meet the below qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Job Experience and Education

• Bachelor's Degree required. Accounting, Finance, Economics preferred.

• Basic understanding of GAAP and FASB

• Preferred 1-5 years of Budgeting, Finance, Accounting or similar experience highly desired

• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative work setting

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of financial and accounting principles and procedures

• Familiarity with General Accounting Procedures and Corporate Guidelines

• Demonstrates strong communication skills (oral and written) within a heavily cross functional project environment

• Working knowledge of financial management information systems and tools (PowerPlan, Oracle Planning, Oracle Projects, Oracle AP, Maximo, Contruent etc.)

• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in fast-paced environment

• Possess:

  • Strategic thinking and planning skills

  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills

  • Creative analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Demonstrated accounting and finance skill

  • Excellent computer skills - especially Oracle Projects, Oracle Planning, Excel, PowerBi, Power Point, and Word

Behavioral Attributes

• Models all aspects of Our Values

• Detailed, positive motivator, dependable, flexible, customer-focused, team player, 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. 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.

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 recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.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 a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit 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 Identification: 7935

Job Category: Finance

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power