Strategic Financial Analyst: Forecasting & Variance

American Electric Power; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Financial Analyst to support forecasting, variance analysis and regulatory filings. You will work with operating company personnel to develop models and provide insights for rate cases and performance improvements.

You will prepare pro forma data, assist in SEC reporting and interact with multiple teams to drive accurate budgeting and strategic decision making. This role offers growth potential across grades.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., accounting, finance, economics, business, engineering).
• 1+ year of work experience in related disciplines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and formulate financial forecasts with operating company personnel using corporate models.
• Perform monthly/quarterly variance reporting and analysis; support budget vs. actual and prior year comparisons.
• Identify rate relief opportunities; prepare pro forma rate case data and assist in testimony preparation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost savings and revenue enhancement.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Teamwork

Adaptability

Customer focus

Planning/Organizing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking a Financial Analyst to support forecasting, variance analysis and regulatory filings. You will work with operating company personnel to develop models and provide insights for rate cases and performance improvements.

You will prepare pro forma data, assist in SEC reporting and interact with multiple teams to drive accurate budgeting and strategic decision making. This role offers growth potential across grades.