Financial Analyst

What the role needs

• Financial Analyst
• Perform project-specific financial analysis using relevant assumptions and inputs; evaluate potential regulatory treatments; and assess the resulting impact on the Company’s financial statements.
• Prepare, analyze, and present financial information to MPC management and other internal stakeholders.
• Develop, maintain, and manage financial models used for strategic financial planning and project analysis.
• Provide financial analysis supporting strategic corporate initiatives, including sales and marketing, regulatory matters, and budgeting.
• Prepare Financial Analysis responses to regulatory data requests.
• Participate on Company and systemwide teams addressing matters related to the Financial Analysis function.
• Job Requirements
• Ability to apply U.S. GAAP to financial analysis and assess the impacts to financial statements is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including evaluating assumptions, comparing scenarios and explaining financial statement impacts.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, adapt to changing priorities, and deliver timely results.
• Ability to respond effectively to changing business needs.

From the employer

Financial Analyst Job Summary Major responsibilities include: • Perform project-specific financial analysis using relevant assumptions and inputs; evaluate potential regulatory treatments; and assess the resulting impact on the Company’s financial statements. • Prepare, analyze, and present financial information to MPC management and other internal stakeholders. • Develop, maintain, and manage financial models used for strategic financial planning and project analysis. • Provide financial analysis supporting strategic corporate initiatives, including sales and marketing, regulatory matters, and budgeting. • Prepare Financial Analysis responses to regulatory data requests. • Participate on Company and systemwide teams addressing matters related to the Financial Analysis function. If you are selected as the successful candidate, you acknowledge that storm support is a requirement for all roles at Mississippi Power. This includes working during storm restoration efforts and outside of normal business hours as needed. Job Requirements Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required. Advanced degree or CPA designation preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Ability to apply U.S. GAAP to financial analysis and assess the impacts to financial statements is required. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including evaluating assumptions, comparing scenarios and explaining financial statement impacts. • Ability to manage multiple projects, adapt to changing priorities, and deliver timely results. • Ability to respond effectively to changing business needs. • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to develop, maintain, and validate financial models. • Basic project management skills. • Working knowledge of utility accounting and regulatory frameworks is preferred. Behavioral Attributes Must demonstrate principle-centered leadership and behaviors consistent with Our Values: Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment.