Financial Analyst II

Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy!

At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.

Alliant Energy is seeking a Financial Analyst II to join our team in Madison, WI, or Cedar Rapids, IA. This is an outstanding opportunity to be a strategic business partner for our operations and learn the energy industry. As a Financial Analyst II, you will have the chance to collaborate with internal partners and provide top-tier support to achieve business goals. We are looking for a strong communicator with good data visualization skills to develop financial plans, budgets, and business planning.

Job Responsibilities

• Participates in maintaining and modifying financial models to generate business unit level long-term forecasts or analysis with direction from a senior/lead.

• Participates in analysis of financial data/trends including comparing forecast to actual results.

• Effectively communicates (verbally and written) financial information to internal and external partners in a concise and simplified manner. Actively listens to other alternative ideas and views.

• Participates in business planning and support analysis including economic scenario analysis, performance benchmarking, opportunity and risk assessment and research projects with direction from a senior/lead.

• Proactively works with customers to provide financial consulting to help achieve business goals.

• Seeks opportunities for different and innovative ways to address issues or problems.

• Effectively supports and adapts to change in the workplace.

• May be involved in/responsible for assisting in developing rate review filing documents.

• Participates in operational improvements and automation activities to drive efficiencies within department.

• Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy's Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.

Required Qualifications:

• 3 years of technical and/or professional experience. (MBA or professional certifications may be considered for a portion of professional work experience).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in accounting, economics, finance, or a related area.

• Strong Excel skills preferred.

• Experience with PowerBI, Snowflake, and ERP systems

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Proven general knowledge of financial modeling and financial planning.

• Knowledge of common financial software applications.

• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.

Key Skills

• Corporate Financial Reporting • Data Visualization • Financial Analysis • Financial Modeling • Financial Planning • Process Automations • Stakeholder Management

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Alliant Energy is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a drug screen and background check.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Alliant Energy and subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email talent@alliantenergy.com.