Project Cost Analyst

Socket.dev; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Power is seeking a Project Controls Cost Analyst to support the Transmission PMO with financial oversight, cost analysis, and reporting across capital projects. The role involves cost reviews, budgeting, forecasting, EAC, change management, and month-end close activities.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field, solid GAAP knowledge, and proficiency with planning and ERP systems. Travel for storm logistics and on-site presence four days a week are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in finance, accounting, or engineering.
• Understanding of GAAP and project cost control principles.
• Advanced degree or professional certification is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project performance against budget baselines and milestones.
• Prepare budgets and perform financial analysis, reporting, and communication.
• Extract and develop regular and ad hoc reports from financial systems.
• Perform estimate-at-completion (EAC) analysis considering contract, expenditures and other trends.
• Ensure timely and accurate change management processes.
• Support month-end close activities: accruals, journal entries, cost transfers, and variance analysis.
• Lead and contribute to special projects as required.
• Identify and address gaps in documentation, training, and reporting.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to support PMO objectives.
• Provide guidance on accounting, finance, and compliance matters.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Cross-functional communication

Analytical mindset

Independent worker

Priority management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree or CPA/PE/PMP

Tools

PowerPlan

Oracle Planning/Projects/AP

Maximo

Contruent

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

Job description

This posting is for a Project Controls Cost Analyst supporting the Georgia Power Company (GPC) Transmission Project Management Organization (PMO). This role is critical in providing financial oversight, cost analysis, and reporting support for capital projects across the transmission system.

The analyst will support key stakeholders working within the PMO. This could include project cost reviews, capital budget analysis, monthly forecasting, change management, budget submittals, accruals, correcting entries, and other related accounting and budgeting functions. The analyst will also be a part of a team developing reports and analyzing data to support the PMO team.

Major Responsibilities

• Monitoring projects’ performance against budget baselines and milestones.
• Prepare budgets and perform financial analysis, reporting, and communication.
• Extract and develop regular and ad hoc reports from financial systems.
• Perform estimate-at-completion (EAC) analysis considering contract, expenditures and other trends.
• Ensure timely and accurate change management processes.
• Support month-end close activities: accruals, journal entries, cost transfers, and variance analysis.
• Lead and contribute to special projects as required.
• Identify and address gaps in documentation, training, and reporting.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support PMO objectives.
• Provide guidance on accounting, finance, and compliance matters.
• Occasional Travel and extended overnight stay for on and off system storm logistics and other business needs are required

Job Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Understanding of GAAP and/or Project Cost Control Principles.
• Advanced degree or CPA/PE/PMP certification is a plus but not required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of financial/accounting principles and corporate guidelines.
• Effective communicator in cross-functional environments.
• Proficient in financial and enterprise systems such as PowerPlan, Oracle (Planning, Projects, AP), Maximo, Contruent, or similar.
• Skilled in Excel and Microsoft Office; experience with Power BI or Tableau is a plus.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret large data sets and provide actionable insights.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working independently without direct supervision.
• Comfortable managing shifting priorities and deadlines.

Behavioral Attributes

• Models all aspects of Our Values.
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and results-driven.
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Positive team player with a customer-focused mindset.
• Embracing change and able to thrive in a continually changing environment.
• Ability to pivot quickly, remain flexible under pressure, and adapt their approach as priorities evolve.
• Committed to delivering high-quality, accurate work.

Additional Information

• Candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the Georgia Power corporate headquarters and be available for on-site work. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a presence in the office 4 days a week.

Georgia Power

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 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. 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 has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

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). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

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