Senior FP&A Data Analyst

AES Corporation; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Corporation, a global leader in energy, is hiring a Senior FP&A Data Analyst in Arlington, VA. You will transform complex financial and operational data into actionable insights, working at the crossroads of finance, analytics, and strategy.

You will handle large data sets, apply advanced analytics and AI-enabled tools, and contribute to strategic planning and decision making across a multi-billion-dollar business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Finance, Accounting, MIS, Data Analytics, Business, Economics, or related field.
• Experience developing Power BI data models, dashboards, and reporting solutions.
• Understanding of GAAP and financial statement analysis, including forecasting and performance analysis.
• Advanced Excel modeling and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present insights to varied audiences.
• Proficiency in English.
• Experience working with large datasets or BI tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance Power BI models, dashboards, and reporting solutions used to analyze business performance and explain financial variances.
• Design and develop new Power BI reporting solutions for finance, operations, commercial teams, and executive leadership.
• Become a subject matter expert in budgeting and forecasting systems to support accurate financial planning across a growing multi-billion-dollar business.
• Partner with FP&A colleagues to identify process improvements and implement data-driven solutions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to strengthen data quality, governance, and stewardship practices.
• Support recurring and ad hoc analysis, reporting requests, and business performance reviews.
• Leverage analytics, automation, and emerging technologies to improve financial reporting and decision-making.

Skills

Power BI

Excel modeling

Data analytics

Financial analysis

GAAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, MIS, Data Analytics, Business, Economics, or related field

Tools

BPC

Anaplan

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a companythat'snot just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company witha teamof 8,300employees across 12 countries.
AES has beenranked #1 byBloombergNEFin renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricityformillions of peopleworldwide..
We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.

Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it.

Senior FP&A Data Analyst

As a Senior FP&A Data Analyst, you will play a key role in helping our Corporate FP&A team transform complex financial and operational data into actionable business insights. Working at the intersection of finance, data analytics, and business strategy, you will help identify the key drivers behind financial performance and forecasts across a global energy business.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with large datasets, advanced analytics, AI-enabled tools, and Power BI solutions to support strategic decision-making. You will collaborate with colleagues across finance, operations, commercial teams, and senior leadership while contributing to the growth and transformation of a dynamic organization in the global power sector.

Core Competencies

• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions, teams, and geographic regions.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail while maintaining focus on broader business objectives.
• Ability to prioritize and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build relationships across teams.
• Ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance or collaborate with others.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance Power BI models, dashboards, and reporting solutions used to analyze business performance and explain financial variances.
• Design and develop new Power BI reporting solutions for a variety of stakeholders, including finance, operations, commercial teams, and executive leadership.
• Become a subject matter expert in budgeting and forecasting systems, supporting data integrity and processes that enable accurate financial planning across a growing multi-billion-dollar business.
• Partner with FP&A colleagues to identify process improvement opportunities and implement data-driven solutions that increase efficiency and insight generation.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to strengthen data quality, governance, and stewardship practices.
• Support recurring and ad hoc analysis, reporting requests, and business performance reviews.
• Leverage analytics, automation, and emerging technologies to improve financial reporting and decision-making processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing and maintaining Power BI data models, dashboards, and reporting solutions.
• Experience working with planning and forecasting platforms such as BPC, Anaplan, Oracle, SAP, or similar tools.
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial statement analysis, including forecasting and performance analysis.
• Advanced Excel modeling and analytical capabilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in English.
• Experience working with large datasets, business intelligence tools, AI-enabled analytics, or data automation solutions is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Management Information Systems, Data Analytics, Business, Economics, or a related field.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $105,000 and $131,325/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. The benefits offered for this position are: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k) eligibility, and paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.