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Financial Analyst Associate - Financial Analyst Sr.

American Electric Power

Ft. Wayne, INJob$63–110K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$63–110K/yr
Location
Ft. Wayne, IN
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Financial Analyst Associate assists with financial forecasts, variance analyses, and regulatory filings. The role supports operating companies with budget and prior-year comparisons, rate case preparation, and identifying process improvements, cost savings, and revenue opportunities. The posting covers multiple grade levels, with higher levels requiring additional education, skills, experience, and certifications; the listed minimum qualifications apply to the Associate level.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Financial ForecastingVariance AnalysisRegulatory FilingsMicrosoft OfficeCommunicationRelationship BuildingTeamworkAdaptabilityCustomer FocusPlanning and Organizing

Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeAccounting or Related

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job Posting End Date

10-19-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Assist in preparation of financial forecasts, variance analyses and regulatory filings.

Job Description

What you’ll do:

  • Assist in initiating and formulating financial forecasts, in conjunction with operating company personnel, using corporate financial models including the identification of significant strategic issues and alternative and/or contingency plans.

  • Aid in monthly/quarterly variance reporting and analysis of budget vs. actual results and actual vs. prior-year results for the primary purpose of improving future forecasts. This analysis will also aid operating companies in understanding their financial results and assist Financial Reporting in SEC reporting.

  • Provide support in identifying needed rate relief and make recommendations for the timing and amount. Assist in developing and preparing pro forma rate case data and testimony. Assist witness in testimony preparation.

  • Take part in identifying opportunities for process improvement, cost savings and revenue enhancement.

What we’re looking for

Note: This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Financial Analyst Associate, with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for higher levels including Financial Analyst Sr.

Financial Analyst Associate

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree, preferred majors include accounting, finance, economics, business administration or engineering.

  • No experience required.

Other Requirements:

  • Physical demand level is Sedentary

  • A successful candidate will exhibit the following qualities/skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, Relationship building, Teamwork, Adaptability/Flexibility, Customer Focus, Planning/Organizing Skills.

Financial Analyst

  • Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree, preferred majors include accounting, finance, economics, business administration or engineering.

  • One or more years of work experience in the disciplines mentioned in the education requirement.

Other Requirements:

  • Physical demand level is SedentaryThese are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.

  • A successful candidate will exhibit the following qualities/skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office; Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and comfortably with all levels of the organization; Strategic Thinking; Relationship building; Teamwork; Adaptability/Flexibility; Customer Focus; Planning/Organizing Skills.

Financial Analyst Sr

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree, preferred majors include accounting, finance, economics, business administration or engineering.

  • 4 or more years of work experience in the disciplines mentioned in the education requirement.

Other Requirements:

  • Physical demand level is Sedentary

  • A successful candidate will exhibit the following qualities/skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft and Business Objects; Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and comfortably with all levels of the organization; Strategic Thinking; Relationship building; Teamwork; Adaptability/Flexibility; Customer Focus; Planning/Organizing Skills.

What you'll get:

In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive total rewards including: discretionary annual/long-term incentives, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$63,496.00 - $109,543.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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