Staff, Financial Analyst

Southern Company is seeking a Staff, Financial Analyst to join the Virginia Natural Gas organization in Virginia Beach, VA on a hybrid schedule. This role supports financial planning and performance management across Operations, Strategy, and Sales, with a strong emphasis on data accuracy, forecasting, and decision-ready reporting.

Role Overview

The Staff Financial Analyst provides budgeting, analysis, and reporting support to ensure reliable financial information and clear insights for strategic decision-making. In addition to developing forecasts and performing variance analysis, the position contributes to regulatory and rate case support, delivers executive-level presentations, and supervises, trains, and mentors less senior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and communicate budgets and financial reports for business units.
• Analyze financial data and produce variance analysis, forecasts, and strategic insights.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial planning and reporting cycles.
• Support regulatory filings, rate case preparation, and strategic analysis.
• Perform ad hoc financial modeling and scenario analysis.
• Prepare executive-level presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide financial guidance to non-financial managers while ensuring compliance with accounting policies.
• Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supervise, train, and mentor less senior team members, providing technical direction to the team.
• Manage staff performance and development aligned to performance and success factors.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in financial planning, analysis, accounting, or regulatory support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
• Proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement.
• Strategic thinking and business acumen.

Technologies

• Oracle
• PowerPlan
• Hyperion
• Cognos
• Microsoft Excel
• PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA, CFA, CPA, or other advanced degrees or certifications.
• Experience in the natural gas industry.
• Understanding of utility accounting, GAAP, FERC, and SEC reporting (plus).

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Annual incentive awards for eligible employees
• Health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being
• May be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program (subject to applicable plan terms and conditions)

Working Conditions

• Hybrid schedule: office/on-site 4 days per week with 1 remote day from home, subject to change based on business needs.
• Infrequent travel (0-5%): may require limited travel, including potential air travel and/or overnight stay.