Description
The Financial Analyst will provide governance, compliance, allocation, and analytical support to Southern Company Services (SCS) organisations and Southern Company affiliates.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting allocation methodologies and governance
- Reviewing financial account setup and documenting decisions
- Monitoring compliance and coordinating affiliate segments
- Recommending process and control improvements
- Serving as a trusted partner to financial and non-financial managers
The analyst will lead and support the governance process for SCS Budgeting, develop and maintain allocation methodologies, and evaluate allocation bases.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related business field required
- CPA, CMA or MBA/other advanced degree preferred
- Minimum of 3 months experience in accounting, finance, industrial engineering, or business administration required
- Utility accounting experience is preferred
- Experience in accounting, allocations, shared services, accounting policy, or governance preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Detail-oriented with strong initiative-taking critical thinking skills and excellent follow-through
- Working knowledge of governance, risk, compliance, internal controls, and documentation practices
- Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrate organisational and planning skills
- Knowledge of utility and regulatory accounting standards and GAAP principles desired