Financial Analyst - Gulfport, MS

Job description

Financial Analyst

Job Summary

Major responsibilities include: Perform project-specific financial analysis using relevant assumptions and inputs; evaluate potential regulatory treatments; and assess the resulting impact on the Company’s financial statements. Prepare, analyze, and present financial information to MPC management and other internal stakeholders. Develop, maintain, and manage financial models used for strategic financial planning and project analysis.

Provide financial analysis supporting strategic corporate initiatives, including sales and marketing, regulatory matters, and budgeting. Prepare Financial Analysis responses to regulatory data requests. Participate on Company and systemwide teams addressing matters related to the Financial Analysis function. If you are selected as the successful candidate, you acknowledge that storm support is a requirement for all roles at Mississippi Power.

This includes working during storm restoration efforts and outside of normal business hours as needed.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required. Advanced degree or CPA designation preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to apply U.S. GAAP to financial analysis and assess the impacts to financial statements is required. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including evaluating assumptions, comparing scenarios and explaining financial statement impacts. Ability to manage multiple projects, adapt to changing priorities, and deliver timely results. Ability to respond effectively to changing business needs. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to develop, maintain, and validate financial models. Basic project management skills. Working knowledge of utility accounting and regulatory frameworks is preferred. Behavioral Attributes Must demonstrate principle-centered leadership and behaviors consistent with Our Values: Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment.