Financial Analyst- AFT Budgeting

Financial Analyst – AFT Budgeting Organization

Location: Georgia Power Headquarters-241 Ralph McGill Blvd Atlanta, Ga

PLEASE NOTE ALL THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO APPLYING: 

*As per current corporate policy, you will be required to be IN THE OFFICE 4 days per week (Mon – Thu), and/or as additionally required. 

*Occasional Travel & extended overnight stay for on and off system storm logistics and other business needs is required.

Summary of Position Duties 

The Financial Analyst supports the General Plant capital portfolio through budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis to drive cost control and operational efficiency. This role partners with business units and project teams to ensure effective capital deployment, compliance with accounting and regulatory requirements, and alignment with corporate financial objectives while serving as a key financial liaison and subject matter expert.

Job Experience and Education 

• B.S./B.A. in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field required
• Basic understanding of GAAP and FASB 
• Experience in Budgeting, Finance, Accounting or similar experience desired 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Strong knowledge of financial and accounting principles with a focus on capital budgeting, capitalization policies, and financial reporting 
• Familiarity with corporate accounting guidelines and regulatory/compliance requirements related to capital investments 
• Proven experience supporting capital planning, forecasting, and multi-year budgeting processes (e.g., 5-year capital plans) 
• Ability to analyze capital spend, identify risks and opportunities, and provide recommendations to optimize resource allocation and cost control 
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex capital processes and provide guidance to business units, project managers, and leadership 
• Working knowledge of financial systems supporting capital project accounting and planning (e.g., PowerPlan, Oracle Planning/Projects/AP, Maximo) 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining accuracy in financial reporting and analysis 
• Demonstrated strategic thinking, analytical problem-solving, and decision-making skills in a capital or project-based environment 
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships across finance, operations, and project teams 
•  Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and SmartView for capital analysis, reporting, and presentations
• Abilit to work across a broad range of business units to consolidate and analyze financial health and direction of the portfolio

Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis, reporting, and guidance to support business decision-making and organizational performance. 
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and 5-year planning processes, including variance analysis and identification of risks and cost-saving opportunities. 
• Translate complex processes into clear guidance for business units, identifying gaps in documentation, training, and reporting. 
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to build strong relationships, develop business insights, and drive process improvements. 
• Ensure accurate accounting and financial reporting while maintaining compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. 
• Perform control activities, promote compliance awareness, and provide guidance on accounting and finance-related matters. 
• Develop reports and analyses to support leadership decisions and operational improvements. 
• Support business unit performance by monitoring targets and recommending solutions to improve financial and operational outcomes. 
• Assist with special projects and support storm logistics or other business needs, including occasional travel.

Behavioral Attributes 

Models all aspects of Our Values. Understands broad implications of decisions and work activities, determines steps needed to achieve goals, exhibits a high degree of initiative and personal responsibility. Detailed, positive motivator, dependable, flexible, customer focused, team player, intelligent risk-taker, and results oriented.