Financial Analyst I​/II - Accounting & Finance

Mid American Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power-generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation. Mid American Energy Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. Mid American Energy Company has an exciting career opportunity available. Take the next step in your career and apply now!

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, economics or finance or equivalent work experience. (Typically, six years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.)

1+ years of related experience for the financial analyst I role.

2+ years of related experience for the financial analyst II role.

Strong research and analytical skills; knowledge of financial analysis methods and tools.

Good understanding of accounting financial statements to facilitate modeling.

Excellent Excel skills needed for financial modeling.

Working knowledge of Access, Oracle, Excel and PowerPoint.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

Liaise with various region and department management and staff and finance and accounting staff. Compile and prepare financial reports: reporting cycles include monthly forecasts, quarterly current estimates and developing a ten-year financial plan each year.

Liaise with field administrative analysts for analysis as needed. Provide meaningful and concise variance analysis of actual performance compared to plans, forecasts and prior periods.

Perform special projects and analysis as required. Provide technical input to assist in development of project planning.

Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.