Financial Analyst - Financial Analyst Prin

AEP; Corpus Christi, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking a Financial Analyst to prepare forecasts, perform variance analyses, and support regulatory filings. The role involves coordinating with operating company personnel, developing pro forma rate case data, and assisting in testimony preparation.

Opportunities exist across multiple grades with clear paths for advancement. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field and 1+ year of relevant experience, with strong Excel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration or engineering preferred.
• 1+ year of relevant work experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to communicate clearly with all levels.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial forecasts with operating company input using corporate models.
• Conduct monthly/quarterly variance analyses of budget vs. actual and prior year.
• Identify rate relief opportunities and develop pro forma rate case data/testimony.
• Assist in process improvements, cost savings and revenue enhancement.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Teamwork

Planning/Organizing

Flexibility

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Accounting/Finance/Economics/Business or Engineering)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

**Job Summary**Prepare financial forecasts, variance analyses and regulatory filings.**Job Description****What You'll Do:** * Initiate and formulate financial forecasts, in conjunction with operating company personnel, using corporate financial models including the identification of significant strategic issues and alternative and/or contingency plans. * Perform monthly/quarterly variance reporting and analysis of budget vs. actual results and actual vs. prior year results for the primary purpose of improving future forecasts. This analysis will also aid operating companies in understanding their financial results and assist Financial Reporting in SEC reporting. * Identify needed rate relief and make recommendations for the timing and amount. Develop and prepare pro forma rate case data and testimony. Assist witness in testimony preparation. * Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvement, cost savings and revenue enhancement. ***This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Financial Analyst level, with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for higher level Financial Analyst.*****What We're Looking For:** **Education:** Bachelor's Degree, preferred majors include accounting, finance, economics, business administration or engineering. **Work Experience:** One or more years of work experience in the disciplines mentioned in the education requirement. **OTHER REQUIREMENTS:** * These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc * A successful candidate will exhibit the following qualities/skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office; Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and comfortably with all levels of the organization; Strategic Thinking; Relationship building; Teamwork; Adaptability/Flexibility; Customer Focus; Planning/Organizing Skills. **Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do** At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forwarding-thinking organization, this is the company for you! **Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**SP20-006**Compensation Range:**$74,551.00 - $128,688.00The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.