Financial Analyst Principal - Consolidated Reporting & Analysis

American Electric Power Co.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 99,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power Co. seeks a Financial Analyst Principal to advance consolidated reporting and forecasting efforts.

You will prepare financial forecasts, perform variance analyses, and support regulatory and strategic decision-making with clear business insights. In this role, you will work with operating company personnel, track forecasts, and develop storytelling for earnings drivers presented to senior management and the board.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration or engineering.
• 6+ years of relevant work experience in the disciplines listed.
• Proficient with MS Office, UI Financial Model, PeopleSoft and Business Objects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial forecasts with operating company input using corporate models and identify significant strategic issues.
• Perform monthly/quarterly variance analysis of budget vs. actual and vs. prior year to improve forecasts.
• Identify needed customer rate changes and advise on timing and amount.
• Track forecasts at operating company, segment and consolidated levels and craft earnings narratives for senior management and the board.
• Develop strategic evaluations of corporate opportunities and advise on recommendations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost savings and revenue enhancement.
• Assist management in training new analysts.

Skills

Presentation Skills

Microsoft Office

UI Financial Model

PeopleSoft

Business Objects

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Relationship Building

Teamwork

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

PeopleSoft

Business Objects

UI Financial Model

Job description

Financial Analyst Principal - Consolidated Reporting & Analysis### Financial Analyst Principal - Consolidated Reporting & AnalysisApply: Columbus, OH: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: November 7, 2026 (13 days left to apply): R20381**Job Posting End Date**11-07-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.**Job Summary**The Financial Analyst Principal prepares financial forecasts and variance analyses with a focus on consolidated reporting. Additional duties include analyzing and making recommendations on regulatory and general business strategy as well as ad hoc analysis of strategic opportunities.**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 customer rate changes and make recommendations for the timing and amount.* Track and evaluate operating company, segment, and consolidated forecasts including the compilation of intra-year estimates. Develop and articulate compelling stories supporting key earnings drivers for senior management and the board of directors.* Develop special strategic evaluations of corporate business opportunities and assist in making recommendations based upon the results of the evaluations.* Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost savings and revenue enhancement.* Assist management in training new analysts.**What We're Looking For:****Education requirements are listed below:** * Bachelor's Degree, preferred majors include accounting, finance, economics, business administration or engineering. **Work Experience requirement listed below:** * 6 or more years of work experience in the disciplines mentioned in the education requirement. **Other:** A successful candidate will exhibit the following qualities/skills:* Presentation Skills.* Proficient in Microsoft Office, UI Financial Model, PeopleSoft, and Business Objects.* Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and comfortably with all levels of the organization.* Strategic Thinking.* Relationship building.* Teamwork. **What You’ll Get:*** In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.**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 forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!**Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**SP20-008**Compensation Range:**$98,993.00 - $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.