Senior Fleet Financial Analyst

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state's largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country's fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise:
Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.

We are seeking a detail oriented and analytical Senior Fleet Financial Analyst to support the financial operations of our fleet organization. This role is critical in driving financial visibility and supporting data driven decision making across vehicle related programs and strategic initiatives.

The Senior Fleet Financial Analyst will play a key role in developing and refreshing vehicle budgets, conducting monthly forecasting, and performing variance analysis to ensure accuracy and accountability across all fleet expenditures. The analyst will support monthly reporting, create dashboards, and prepare leadership facing reports that communicate key insights and performance metrics.

This position will lead cost modeling, scenario analysis, and capital planning to support long term fleet strategy. The analyst will also assist with vendor financial reviews, monthly cost allocation analyses, and strategic projects requiring ad hoc and cross functional analysis.

Additional responsibilities include supporting audit and compliance processes, contributing to training and financial integration for operational teams, and ensuring that financial processes align with internal controls and business objectives.

This role offers the opportunity to work cross functionally with operations, procurement, and leadership, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a fast paced, data driven environment. The successful candidate will bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a passion for operational finance.

• BS/BA in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of four (4) years of relevant work experience and relevant college coursework in business, information technology, or a related area.
• An additional five (5) years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating a strong understanding of business unit operations, systems, database design, structure, functions, and work processes, along with experience using database tools.
• Demonstrated knowledge of business processes and operational functions, including procedures, workflows, and computer systems.
• Proven ability to identify process improvement opportunities, analyze data, identify gaps, and recommend solutions that align functional needs with technology solutions.
• Demonstrated project and team experience with strong ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to review data, recognize relationships and patterns, and communicate findings effectively.
• Experience in managing projects and identifying and resolving issues.
• Expertise in PC applications, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Experience with Power BI is preferred.
• Requires proficient knowledge of emerging practices and technologies used within the business area.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and standards impacting the business area.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal and organizational abilities.