Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst II (GL3), III (GL4), Sr. (GL5)

This position focuses on providing budget planning, forecasting and analysis for Southern Company Gas. This role primarily supports the corporate areas. This position requires strong financial and analytical skills with the ability to work closely with business unit leaders to analyze and assess potential financial risks and opportunities.

Job Responsibilities & Accountabilities by Competency

Functional Expertise:

• Provide monthly variance reporting, trending, projections, presentations, and ad-hoc analysis to support FP&A leadership and the business leaders of the supported organizations
• Participate in the monthly close process including preparation of accruals, journal entries, reconciliations and other normal closing responsibilities as needed
• Serve as the financial lead for the business as related to the annual budget process, quarterly forecasts, and periodic internal reporting for the organization
• Work closely with business area leaders to achieve desired financial and operational results
• Assess financial performance against target, including risks and opportunities to the plan
• Performs financial and ad-hoc analysis as requested including monitoring full income statement including margin, operating expenses, other income and net income
• Works with business and FP&A leadership to evaluate and manage requests for additional funding throughout the fiscal year

Business Acumen:

• Analyzes financial and non-financial data to help drive business decisions
• Articulates results, variances and key drivers effectively
• Understands financial accounting standards and procedures and is comfortable with accruals, journal entries and reconciliations
• Develop recommendations and alternatives to meet objectives
• Demonstrates knowledge of the business and industry in analyses

Engagement:

• Fosters relationships with managers, peers, customers and is a team player
• Communicate effectively with all levels of business
• Influences business decisions by sharing analyses and expertise

Driving Results:

• Monitors results versus plan and work with business leaders to achieve desired results
• Identify process and/or profit improvements

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent. A professional certification (e.g. CPA, CMA) or MBA is preferred.

Preferred:

• Familiar with the preparation of General Ledgers, Basic Knowledge of FASB requirements, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Knowledgeable on financial principles such as net income, earnings per share, cash flow analysis, and revenue requirements
• Working knowledge of financial management information systems and tools
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and strategic focus
• Communicate with stakeholders in a clear and concise manner demonstrates organizational savvy
• Demonstrated ability to uphold confidentiality
• Commitment to continuous personal development and process improvement
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite with proven focus on Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to work proactively, independently and in a team environment

Related Work Experience:

Required:

• Financial Analyst II: 2-4 years of experience in financial planning, financial analysis, regulatory planning, and/or accounting or related fields
• Financial Analyst III: 4-6 years of experience in financial planning, financial analysis, regulatory planning, and/or accounting or related fields
• Financial Analyst, Senior: 6-8 years of experience in financial planning, financial analysis, regulatory planning, and/or accounting or related fields

Applicants may possess a combination of equivalent education and work experience.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Hybrid work environment. This position currently follows a hybrid work schedule and requires this role to be in office 4 days per week (Monday-Thursday).

About Southern Company Gas

Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America's premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.