Finance & Business Operations; FBO) Financial Analyst II

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.

Participates in a variety of financial analysis projects or functions including budget preparation, variance analysis, business operational metric reporting, net present values, cash flow analysis, forecasting, and operating expense and financial results reporting and analysis. Gather and review data, update financial and business operations models and applications, analyze and report results.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of financial analysis functions including budget preparation, variance analysis, business operational metric reporting, net present values, cash flow analysis, forecasting, and operating expense and financial results reporting and analysis. Gather and review data, update financial and business operations models and applications, analyze and report results. Provide assistance in the development of financial and operational report packages.

Partners in financial and operational decision support and business unit planning projects.

• Bachelors' degree in finance, accounting economics, mathematics or related field AND two years directly related financial analysis, data analytics or business operation or experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Knowledge of finance and economic analysis, business operations, or business planning.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) desirable.
• Strong research, data management and effective communication skills a must. Knowledge of Microsoft applications (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.) and database tools.

• MBA or Master's degree preferred.
• Working knowledge of related analytical, financial, database, and/or business operations tools (i.e. Power Plant, Hyperion, Maximo, supply chain and inventory systems).
• Directly related experience in the utility or energy services industry.
• Travel may be required.

• Performs routine corporate financial tasks such as budgeting, accruals, variance analysis, and short and long-term forecasting for the business units, working under limited supervision.
• Supports the monthly accounting close process by performing accruals and variance analysis, and preparation of variance explanations and communication to management.
• Ensures financial events and transactions are reported to Accounting for proper financial statement recording and accounting treatment.
• Partners in administering department programs / plans by maintaining knowledge of each and preparing ongoing analyses of specific topics.
• Ensures compliance by maintaining appropriate documentation, files, records, systems, or desk procedures.
• Participates in the development of limited scope financial and operational decision support and business unit planning projects and initiatives.
• Advises mid-level business leadership on financial performance and priorities.
• Provide support in the development, compilation, presentation and communication of performance report packages for management reporting including identification of significant findings and conclusions through the use of existing technology and strong understanding of business unit financial and operations related data.
• Maintains knowledge of the primary emerging issues facing the industry and company business specifics.
• Develops general knowledge of company, business policies and procedures, accounting practices, and federal state regulations.
• Assists in identifying continuous…