Technology Financial Analyst — Budgeting & Forecasting

Southern Company; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Southern Company is seeking a Financial Analyst to support budgeting and analytical processes for SCS organizations and affiliates. The role coordinates data gathering and analysis for cost projections, provides counsel to management, and helps strengthen budgeting and reporting capabilities within the Technology Financial Management framework.

The position emphasizes timely, accurate financial review and collaboration with SCS Budgeting and Reporting and clients to meet corporate goals.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years’ experience as a Financial Analyst.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Technology/Engineering.
• MBA or Masters’ degree in Accounting preferred.
• Experience in accounting, finance, technology, or business administration preferred.
• Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP, OACS, Oracle Planning, and PowerPlan preferred.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate budgets and financial reporting for SCS Departments and Major Projects.
• Optimize technology financials through a Technology Financial Management (TFM) Framework.
• Coordinate annual budget preparation and communications.
• Prepare and communicate monthly variance reporting and comprehensive analysis for budget, actual, and projection information.
• Provide guidance on GAAP and Southern Company accounting policies.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and recommend improvements.
• Consolidate reporting for roll-up and management reporting for SCS Departments and Major Projects.
• Gather data and analyze periodic cost projections and budget data.
• Support special projects with data gathering and analysis.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Technology/Engineering

MBA or Masters’ degree in Accounting

Tools

Oracle Cloud ERP

OACS

Oracle Planning

PowerPlan

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Southern Company is seeking a Financial Analyst to support budgeting and analytical processes for SCS organizations and affiliates. The role coordinates data gathering and analysis for cost projections, provides counsel to management, and helps strengthen budgeting and reporting capabilities within the Technology Financial Management framework.

The position emphasizes timely, accurate financial review and collaboration with SCS Budgeting and Reporting and clients to meet corporate goals.