DescriptionJOB SUMMARY
The Financial Analyst will provide budgeting and analytical support to Southern Company Services (SCS) organizations and Southern Company affiliates by ensuring the timely and accurate review of financial transactions and the reporting of those transactions to various levels of management.
This position will coordinate timely, accurate data gathering and analysis for periodic cost projections across supported organizations and projects. The analyst will provide counsel and planning support to management based on analysis findings, help the organization meet corporate and business unit goals, and maintain effective relationships and communication within SCS Budgeting and Reporting and with clients. The position will play a key role in the implementation of a Technology Financial Management (TFM) framework to strengthen TO Budget processes and reporting capabilities.
Major Responsibilities
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Develop and communicate budgets and financial reporting for the SCS Departments and Major Projects ability to analyze data and effectively communicate SCS Business Unit financial status
- Optimize technology financials through implementation of 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 to managers regarding GAAP and Southern Company accounting policies
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Ensure compliance with internal controls and make recommendations regarding needed changes and efficiency improvements
- Provide guidance on accounting policies and activities to non-financial managers
- Consolidate reporting for roll up and management reporting for both SCS Departments and Major Projects
- Gather data and analyze periodic cost projections and budget data
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Participate in special projects by gathering information and providing analysis
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