Strategic Analysis and Financial Planning Analyst

Company: Southern California Edison
Location: Rosemead
Posted on: January 10, 2021

Job Description:

Job DescriptionJoin the Clean Energy RevolutionBecome a Strategic Analysis and Financial Planning Analyst at Southern California Edison (SCE) and build a better tomorrow. In this job, you'll be part of the Treasurer's Department, which provides Southern California Edison (SCE) and Edison International (EIX) with financial resources and world-class analytical, planning, and operational support needed to meet their business needs. SCE's Financial Planning & Analysis team influences and leads change in a dynamic industry.As an Analyst, you will be responsible for leading financial analysis to support strategic decisions being considered in SCE's corporate and operating unit level and supporting Capital Governance activities. Additionally, you will be responsible for leading the project team through the Finance and Risk Management (FRM) Committee approval process or other venue for review, providing direction on the financial analysis and supporting the proposed recommendation. You will interact independently with stakeholders across the company to drive decisions and analysis to support the business case. Routinely present recommendations to division VP and CFO as required. You will be expected to apply strong technical knowledge to challenge business assumptions and to work towards the best solution. In addition, you will also lead Capital Governance activities including providing consultation on capital governance matters, leading new or updated capital governance guidelines, processes, and protocols, and supporting capital governance health assessments and post completion reviews. Additionally, you will support financial planning activities, including short- and long-term budgeting and forecasting, as well as financial statement, liquidity, capital structure, cost of capital, and various other ad hoc financial analyses.Your work will help power our planet, reduce carbon emissions and create cleaner air for everyone. Are you ready to take on the challenge to help us build the future?A day in the life - Get ready to think big, work smart and shine bright!* Lead the financial evaluation and analysis to support financial planning or strategic decision-making that have major financial or operational impact to the operating unit or company. This responsibility includes working and coordinating with counterparts in operating units during review process and presenting to management.* Identify and handle resolution of unusually complex issues, identifying the appropriate analytical approach and reviewing, vetting and challenging key inputs, as appropriate. Issues typically require creative solutions, multiple scenario analyses, and presenting findings to executives.* Act as key consultant to Operational Finance and OUs and represents Finance on capital governance matters.* Provide feedback and supports efforts on new or updated capital governance guidelines, protocols, and processes, and communicate and educate others on changes.* Lead capital governance health assessments and post completions review, which includes coordinating with project teams within OUs and Operational Finance. Presents finding to executives and governance forums.* Ensure capital governance guidelines and processes are followed. Communicates best practices in project management governance.* Short and long-term financial modeling in Microsoft Excel and Utilities International (UI) Planner.* Maintain a safety conscious work environment by following Edison safety protocols and safe work practices.QualificationsThe Essentials* Bachelor's Degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or related technical discipline.* Seven or more years of experience in the field of financial or strategic planning and analysis or similar.* Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills including complex statistical, financial and valuation modeling tying to presentation materials for senior management review.The Preferred* Experience with regulated utility finance.* Excellent verbal and written presentation skills including ability to communicate analyses and recommendations to senior management.* Master's or MBA in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering or a related field.* Completion of Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Program exam I, II or III, or AFP FP&A Certification.* Ability to present complex issues in a simple, logical, and succinct manner* Experience in complex problem solving and critical thinking.* Ability to work well under time constraints, adjust to changing priorities, organize a heavy workload, work well in a team environment, and perform with minimal supervision.* Ability to successfully navigate ambiguous or uncertain situations; self-starter and independent problem solver.* Experience developing, validating, and presenting statistical, financial, and valuation models, assessing capital structures, and performing cost of capital calculations, as well as ensuring the accuracy and integrity of findings and recommendations.You should know* Visit our Candidate Resource page to get meaningful information related to benefits, perks, resources, testing information, and hiring process, and more!* The primary work location for this position is Rosemead, CA.* Relocation may apply to this position.About SCEThe people at SCE don't just keep the lights on. Our mission is so much bigger. We're fueling the kind of innovation that's changing an entire industry, and quite possibly the planet. Join us and create a future with cleaner energy, while providing our customers with the safety and reliability they demand. At SCE, you'll have a chance to grow personally and professionally, making a real impact in Southern California and around the world.At SCE, we celebrate our differences. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status.We are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. #LI-MM1

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