Senior Financial Reporting Analyst

The AES Corporation; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The AES Corporation is seeking a Financial Reporting Analyst in Indianapolis to support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including preparing trial balances and disclosure checklists. You will work with internal teams and external auditors to ensure accurate U.S. GAAP reporting and SEC filings.

You will expand your technical accounting knowledge, participate in regulator filings, and contribute to process improvements and SOX control activities within AES and its affiliates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
• Knowledge of financial reporting principles and U.S. GAAP.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication, cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and submit financial reporting deliverables during monthly, quarterly, and annual close.
• Coordinate with external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Prepare external filings required by regulatory requirements and disclosures.
• Develop and improve financial reporting procedures, metrics, and processes.
• Support internal controls and SOX compliance in reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Priorities management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SEC filing systems

Job description

We are seeking a Financial Reporting Analyst to join our Financial Reporting team. In this role, you will contribute to the preparation and analysis of financial statements and disclosures in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and cross-functional teams, gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting, reporting, and regulatory matters across AES's businesses.

This position offers a unique opportunity to deepen your technical accounting expertise, expand your knowledge of the energy industry, and build strong partnerships across the organization while supporting critical financial reporting and compliance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation, review, and submission of financial reporting deliverables as part of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including trial balances, reporting packages, cash flow statements, management reports, disclosure checklists, representation letters, and subsequent event analyses.
• Partner with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits for AES consolidated financial statements and selected U.S. subsidiary audits.
• Prepare and coordinate timely and accurate external filings required by legal agreements, regulatory requirements, and local reporting obligations.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of financial reporting procedures, documentation, metrics, and reporting processes.
• Support quality control and review processes by maintaining appropriate documentation standards and sharing best practices across the team.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business to develop operational knowledge and serve as a trusted resource for financial reporting and accounting matters.
• Monitor emerging accounting guidance, SEC developments, and industry trends, and assist in evaluating their potential impact on AES.
• Coordinate and support pre-close activities, including information gathering, meeting materials, agendas, and documentation as needed.
• Assist in maintaining an effective internal control environment and supporting SOX compliance requirements related to financial reporting and disclosures.
• Support the evaluation of technical accounting matters and help coordinate disclosure information required for quarterly and annual SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q and 10-K.
• Participate in the review and preparation of SEC filings for Indianapolis Power & Light Company and Dayton Power & Light Company.
• Contribute to special projects and process improvement initiatives that enhance reporting efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Knowledge of financial reporting principles and accounting standards, including U.S. GAAP.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and functions.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting financial reporting, external audits, SEC reporting, or regulatory compliance activities.
• Familiarity with SOX compliance, internal controls, and financial disclosure processes.
• Experience working with large organizations, public companies, or regulated industries.
• CPA certification or progress toward certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of SEC filing requirements and financial reporting systems.