Financial Analyst - Financial Analyst Prin

Job Posting End Date

10-17-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Prepare financial forecasts, variance analyses and regulatory filings.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

• Initiate and formulate financial forecasts, in conjunction with operating company personnel, using corporate financial models including the identification of significant strategic issues and alternative and/or contingency plans.

• Perform monthly/quarterly variance reporting and analysis of budget vs. actual results and actual vs. prior year results for the primary purpose of improving future forecasts. This analysis will also aid operating companies in understanding their financial results and assist Financial Reporting in SEC reporting.

• Identify needed rate relief and make recommendations for the timing and amount. Develop and prepare pro forma rate case data and testimony. Assist witness in testimony preparation.

• Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvement, cost savings and revenue enhancement.

This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Financial Analyst level, with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for higher level Financial Analyst.

 

What We're Looking For:

Education: Bachelor's Degree, preferred majors include accounting, finance, economics, business administration or engineering.

Work Experience: One or more years of work experience in the disciplines mentioned in the education requirement.

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc

• A successful candidate will exhibit the following qualities/skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office; Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and comfortably with all levels of the organization; Strategic Thinking; Relationship building; Teamwork; Adaptability/Flexibility; Customer Focus; Planning/Organizing Skills.

 

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do

At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forwarding-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

 

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$74,551.00 - $128,688.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.  

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