Senior Energy Finance Lead: Forecasting & Strategy

AEP Service Corporation; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 116,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP Service Corporation is seeking a senior financial professional to prepare forecasts, conduct variance analyses, and manage regulatory filings. You will analyze strategic opportunities and develop staff, presenting findings to executives and the Board as needed.

The role requires deep utility finance expertise, including FERC formula rates, O&M budgeting, cost allocation, and strong leadership to drive efficiency and strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, mathematics, or a related quantitative field is required.
• MBA, CPA, CMA, CIA, PE, CFP or other professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial forecasts, variances and budgets; support SEC reporting.
• Lead and mentor staff where applicable; present to executive management and Board as required.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost savings and revenue enhancement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Adaptability

Customer focus

Planning/organizing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting/mathematics

MBA or related professional certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

UI Financial Model Programming

PeopleSoft

Business Objects

Job description

AEP Service Corporation is seeking a senior financial professional to prepare forecasts, conduct variance analyses, and manage regulatory filings. You will analyze strategic opportunities and develop staff, presenting findings to executives and the Board as needed.

The role requires deep utility finance expertise, including FERC formula rates, O&M budgeting, cost allocation, and strong leadership to drive efficiency and strategic decision-making.