Finance Process Improvement Analyst

This position is to provide financial services to support the goals and objectives of the Financial Planning and Analysis department of Southern Company Gas. The focus is on value creation by engaging in analysis, identification of issues, support of the Financial Plan and implementation of strategy with timely and accurate management reporting.
This position may be filled as Financial Analyst II, III, or Senior. Individuals who demonstrate advanced skills in terms of work experience, education, and certifications may be eligible for the more advanced position.
Assist in maintenance and preparation of corporate 5-yr Financial Plan and annual budget.
Assess financial performance against target, including risks and opportunities to the Plan.
Maintain and assist in development of corporate UI Financial Model, along with other financial models and tools (including excel and Oracle Planning).
Develop and execute strategies to meet the company’s overall financial objectives.
Assist in Treasury related activities including liquidity forecasting, issuing long-term debt and rating agency metric analysis.
Develop management presentations to communicate various financial updates.
Support rate case preparation and regulatory strategy.
Analyzes financial and non-financial data to help drive business decisions.
Demonstrates knowledge of the business and industry in analyses.
Fosters relationships with managers, peers, customers and is a team player.
Influences business decisions by sharing analyses and expertise.
Identifies process and areas for improvements.
BS/BA degree in Finance, Engineering, Accounting, Business or other requiring application of analytical techniques.
Energy company experience.
Related Work Experience:
FINANCIAL ANALYST II – GRADE 3
1+ year experience in financial planning, financial analysis, regulatory planning, and/or financial strategy/valuation or related fields.
Utility, natural gas or other energy industry experience.
FINANCIAL ANALYST III - GRADE 4
2+ years experience in financial planning, financial analysis, regulatory planning, and/or financial strategy / valuation or related fields.
Experience with financial analysis / valuation models (Excel or database-driven models) and the ability to troubleshoot issues.
Basic understanding of utility Finance (revenue requirements) and/or capital forecasting.
Utility, natural gas or other energy industry experience.
SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST - GRADE 5
3-5 years experience in financial planning, financial analysis, regulatory planning, and/or financial strategy / valuation or related fields.
Experience with financial analysis / valuation models (Excel or database-driven models) and the ability to troubleshoot issues.
Thorough understanding of utility Finance (revenue requirements) and capital forecasting.
Utility, natural gas or other energy industry experience.
Applicants may possess a combination of equivalent education and work experience.
Ability to handle multiple projects with changing priorities.
Ability to work independently and keep management informed of shifting priorities.
Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Identify process improvements
Basic understanding of UIPlanner Financial Model
Basic understanding of Oracle Planning
Current hybrid work model with 4 days in the office (Monday-Thursday) and 1 day (Friday) work from home unless deliverables require team to be in the office.
Conditions may change due to Company policy.
About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million 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 solutions provider 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 customers and communities needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicants 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.
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