Financial Controls Business Analyst

Financial Controls Business Analyst SG5

Responsible for : invoice processing for complex contracts, unvouchered liabilities, work order administration / analysis, and administrative support activities to field employees; this position will also participate in process improvement / LEAN initiatives and training.

What You'll Do :

• Process complex vendor invoices for management approval for contract labor and services. Perform invoice audit review per the contract's financial Terms and Conditions for labor and equipment billing rates, subcontractors, materials, Per Diem, escalation, overheads, etc. Interpret and understand complex contractual language and financial Terms and Conditions to apply to vendor invoices and contract reviews, dispute vendor invoices for contractual compliance and interpretation.
• Help ensure that the proper financial controls are in place for accurate project / work order reporting for Operating Companies, Transcos, and Joint Ventures for subsequent financial transactions (e.g. GLBUs, Accounts, AFUDC, Depreciation, Original Cost Asset Retirements, etc.).
• Participate in process improvement initiatives related to financial and operational processes; participate in LEAN initiatives to reduce expenses or increase revenue for AEP Transmission; Assist with cost and process benchmarking studies both internal and external to AEP to ensure operational excellence. Provide data analytics as required to help manage the business.
• Assist with training initiatives related to financial and operational processes and related IT applications.
• Assist AEP Audit Services with vendor and operational audits to ensure compliance with the contract's financial Terms and Conditions and AEP's policies and guidelines.
• Participate in special studies, reporting, automation initiatives or other projects as may be assigned.
• Identify and submit unvouchered liabilities in accordance with accounting policies and SOX requirements; ensure all policies and processes for accruing unvouchered liabilities are in alignment with the AEP Transmission guidelines. Assist in developing efficiencies to record unvouchered liabilities for un-invoiced vendor services performed. Assist in continuous improvement and monitoring of financial controls to limit missed accruals and duplication of unvouchered liability accruals.

What We're Looking For :

Education : Associate or Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Contract Administration, or related field of study

Experience : Experience in one or more of the following areas, accounting, finance, contract administration, budgeting, benchmarking, or auditing.

In addition :

Experience with Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft Financials, Cognos, Maximo, Power Bi, SQL and Workiva is a plus.

Qualified professional with demonstrated teamwork capabilities working in a fast-paced environment.

Strong commercial, analytical, oral / written communication, and presentation skills are required.

Ability to successfully work with a diverse set of internal and external partners and all levels of the organization.

Bring a positive attitude that embraces learning opportunities and change.

Core competencies include : adaptability / flexibility, teamwork / collaboration, communication, and planning / organizing.

Annual invoice volume : 90,000 invoices for $3.0 Billion and growing; Unvouchered Liabilities for $2.0 Billion.

Where You'll Work :

This role sits on site in New Albany, Ohio.

What You'll Get :

Financial Controls Business Analyst SG5 ($61,647-$77,056)

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

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 Grade : SP20-005

Compensation Range : $61,647.00-$77,057.50 USD

The Physical Demand Level for this job is : S Sedentary Work : Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and / or a negligible amount of force frequently 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.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.