Strategic Finance Analyst

Strategic Finance Analyst PPL Services Corporation - 3.5 Allentown, PA Job Details Part-time | Full-time 7 hours ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree Data-driven problem-solving

Full Job Description Company Summary Statement :

As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (

NYSE:

PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL's companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.

Overview:

The Strategic Finance Analyst serves as a key financial partner to the business, responsible for evaluating strategic development opportunities, driving financial planning and analysis and delivering actionable insights through ad hoc analysis. This role bridges the gap between financial data and business strategy, enabling leadership to make informed, data-driven decisions to support PPL's corporate goals.

Responsibilities:

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions Build and maintain complex financial models to support scenario planning, sensitivity analysis and business performance evaluation Support the execution of M&A transactions including due diligence, data room management and interaction with counterparties. Evaluate organic and external growth opportunities through the creation of discounted cash flow models to support strategic decision making. Automate existing processes to improve timeliness and accuracy of financial data. Develop original financial analysis to provide new insights into corporate performance. Conduct in-depth industry research and competitive benchmarking to identify market trends and strategic opportunities. Prepare executive-level financial reports, dashboards and commentary for leadership and board-level reviews. Develop and maintain strong relationships with personnel from PPL's business lines and other corporate support group functions. Analyzes and prepares monthly and quarterly reports as requested by management. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education Education Level Education Details Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Required Experience Experience Experience Details 2+ years of finance, or related experience. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Power and utility experience Master's Degree in Finance or Accounting

CFA / CPA

Intermediate knowledge of Excel. Strong attention to detail and time management skills Capacity to perform analysis while understanding big picture implications and willingness to solve problems. Self-starter with a natural sense of urgency, curiosity, and initiative.