Business Finance Specialist

2 weeks ago

Birmingham, Alabama, United States Southern Company Full time
Job Overview

This position is intended to fulfill a Financial Analyst role within the Finance and Corporate Planning Team at Southern Company. The selected candidate will be tasked with assisting various Business Units to achieve their financial reporting and analytical goals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contribute significantly to the implementation of Enterprise Foundations related reporting and analysis.
  • Conduct comprehensive analyses to create costing models aimed at optimizing processes and enhancing efficiencies.
  • Evaluate financial risks and opportunities, providing insights to assist the leadership team in making informed financial decisions regarding business performance.
  • Address operational and capital reporting requirements, profitability assessments, specific sensitivity/trending analyses, and metric-related information.
  • Establish robust working relationships with both internal and external business partners to gain a thorough understanding of the business landscape.
  • Support both regulated and unregulated business units in their analytical and reporting needs.
  • Identify and spearhead opportunities for continuous improvement, sharing best practices, and participating in team-building and business learning initiatives.
Educational Qualifications
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or four or more years of relevant experience.
Professional Experience
  • Experience in utility accounting, finance, or a related domain.
  • Preferred experience in financial planning, analysis, and budgeting.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including models and pivot tables, is essential.
  • Familiarity with utility accounting and finance to comply with regulatory requirements.
  • Experience with relevant accounting applications is advantageous.
Skills and Competencies
  • Proven understanding and application of utility finance, profitability, economics, and budgeting principles.
  • Knowledge of financial principles such as net income, earnings per share, cash flow analysis, and revenue requirements.
  • High proficiency in applying GAAP, regulatory accounting principles, and budget concepts is preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with shifting priorities.
  • Demonstrated capability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, showcasing teamwork.
  • Effective communication and coordination skills with peers and management at various levels.
  • Possesses strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to create and deliver clear oral, written, and visual presentations tailored for diverse audiences.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to innovate, implement tactically, and make timely decisions.
  • Exemplifies the core values of the organization.
Additional Requirements
  • A valid driver’s license is required.
  • This role offers a hybrid work environment, combining telecommuting and in-office work.
About Southern Company

Southern Company is a leading energy provider committed to delivering safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to millions of customers across the Southeast and beyond. The company is dedicated to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, striving to meet the evolving needs of customers and communities while advancing its commitment to environmental stewardship. Our corporate culture emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all applicants are considered based on their qualifications without regard to any protected characteristics.

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