Senior Strategic Forecasting Analyst

AEP Service Corporation; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP Service Corporation in Columbus, OH is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to prepare forecasts, variance analyses, and ad hoc analyses of strategic opportunities. The role includes evaluating regulatory and business strategy matters and presenting findings to senior leadership.

Responsibilities include building financial models, analyzing budget vs actuals, recommending rate changes, and identifying efficiency gains. A bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or engineering.
• 4+ years of relevant work experience.
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills.

Responsibilities

• Forecasts and builds financial models with operating company input, highlighting key issues and contingencies.
• Performs monthly/quarterly variance reporting and analysis to improve forecasts.
• Recommends customer rate changes and timing.
• Tracks forecasts and prepares earnings narratives for senior management and the board.
• Assesses corporate opportunities and strategic investments; supports decision making.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement, cost savings and revenue enhancement.

Skills

Presentation skills

Clear communication

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

UI Financial Model

PeopleSoft

Business Objects

Education

Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration or engineering

Job description

AEP Service Corporation in Columbus, OH is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to prepare forecasts, variance analyses, and ad hoc analyses of strategic opportunities. The role includes evaluating regulatory and business strategy matters and presenting findings to senior leadership.

Responsibilities include building financial models, analyzing budget vs actuals, recommending rate changes, and identifying efficiency gains. A bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of relevant experience are required.