Senior Financial Analyst & Strategic Forecasting Lead

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

Job summary

AEP Service Corporation, located in New Albany, OH, seeks a seasoned finance professional to lead forecasting, variance analyses, regulatory filings, and strategic analyses. The role includes developing models, mentoring staff, and presenting to executive leadership.

You will apply expertise in FERC formula rates, O&M budgeting, cost allocation, and investment decisions, while driving process improvements and automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, mathematics, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in the energy and/or utility sector.
• Familiarity with AEP accounting.
• MBA, CPA, CMA, CIA, or PE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop assumptions for financial forecasts with operating company personnel.
• Perform monthly/quarterly variance reporting for budget vs actual and prior year.
• Prepare reports to executive management and Board of Directors.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost savings and revenue enhancement.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models and scenario analyses.
• Communicate findings effectively to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting/math

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

UI Financial Model Programming

PeopleSoft

Business Objects

Job description

AEP Service Corporation, located in New Albany, OH, seeks a seasoned finance professional to lead forecasting, variance analyses, regulatory filings, and strategic analyses. The role includes developing models, mentoring staff, and presenting to executive leadership.

You will apply expertise in FERC formula rates, O&M budgeting, cost allocation, and investment decisions, while driving process improvements and automation.