Finance and Business Operations (FBO) Financial Analyst I / II

Summary

Finance and Business Operations (FBO) Financial Analyst I / II

Step into a role where you’ll make a meaningful impact on business operations and financial performance as a FBO Financial Analyst I / II in our Finance and Business Operations (FBO) team. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to key financial analysis projects, including budget preparation, variance analysis, cash flow analysis, forecasting, and more. You’ll partner with business units to deliver insights that support strategic financial and operational decision-making across the organization.

Whether you’re early in your finance career or looking to build on your analytical experience, this role offers the chance to collaborate with cross-functional teams, expand your expertise, and develop hands-on skills in financial modeling, reporting, and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Analysis & Reporting: Conduct financial analyses, including variance, cash flow, and net present value analyses, to support business operations and strategic planning.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist with budget preparation and financial forecasting to enable effective business unit planning.
• Data Management & Model Updates: Gather and review data, update financial models, and maintain business operations applications to ensure accuracy and relevancy in decision support.
• Reporting & Metrics Development: Develop financial and operational report packages, providing insights into business performance and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Collaboration: Work closely with finance and business unit leaders on financial planning and reporting projects, contributing to key decision support initiatives.

If you’re a detail-oriented, analytical thinker ready to take on diverse financial analysis challenges, we invite you to apply for the Financial Analyst I / II position in Finance and Business Operations.

Minimum Requirements

Finance and Business Operations (FBO) Financial Analyst I 

•  Bachelors' degree in finance, accounting economics, mathematics or related field
• AND one (1) year prior directly related experience.
• Basic knowledge of finance or economic analysis & Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, (GAAP). 
• Good research and effective communication. Good word processing and spreadsheet skills

Finance and Business Operations (FBO) Financial Analyst II

• Bachelors' degree in finance, accounting economics, mathematics or related field
• AND two (2) 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.

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications

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

Major Accountabilities

1.         Performs basic corporate financial tasks such as budgeting, accruals, variance analysis, and short and long-term forecasting for the business, working under direct supervision.
2.         Supports the monthly finance and accounting close process by performing accruals and variance analysis, and preparation of variance explanations and communication to management. 
3.         Assists in administering department programs / plans by maintaining basic knowledge of each and preparing ongoing analyses of specific topics.
4.         Ensures compliance by maintaining appropriate documentation, files, records, systems, and/or desk procedures.
5.         Assists in the development of limited scope financial and operational decision support and business unit planning projects.
6.         Builds knowledge of the primary emerging issues facing the industry and company business specifics.
7.         Develops basic understanding of company, unit policies and procedures, accounting practices, and federal and state regulations.
 

Export Compliance / EEO Statement

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.

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