Business Performance Specialist
Company: Ameren Services Company
Location: Saint Charles
Posted on: January 24, 2023
Job Description:
If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on
that date:Wednesday February 01, 2023Every day, Ameren is working
hard to provide more reliable energy, reduce outages and restore
power faster than ever before. It's all part of our ongoing
commitment to keep pace with future energy needs, as we proudly
continue to serve, support and invest in the communities we call
home. Ameren Services provides administrative support and services
to Ameren Corporation and its operating companies, subsidiaries and
affiliates. Nearly 1,400 employees serve the company with business
planning, communications, diversity, financial support, human
resources, information technology, legal counsel, safety and supply
services.About The PositionThe Budget and Business Performance
Specialist collaborates with cross-functional teams and manages
company-wide operations such as analyzing capital and operating
budgets while working directly with leadership, engineering and
project management staff. This is an excellent, career building
opportunity to join our dynamic Financial Services team that
supports our Business & Corporate Services, Ameren Missouri and
Transmission segments. You will act as a business partner with key
internal customers, proactively identifying opportunities and
risks, and gaining an unparalleled understanding of corporate
operations that will set you apart for future opportunities in the
Ameren organization.Key responsibilities include:
- Prepare and submit the annual budget. Assist with performance
assessments for all projects and research and resolve any
significant variances between actual expenditures and budget.
Review and update monthly forecast of expenditures and submit
monthly accruals.
- Interact with Managers as well as other supervisory and
engineering personnel and serve as liaison/financial advisor in
business segments and shared services.
- Assist personnel with all budget and accounting related
information as requested; such as TRIS, API and expense
accounts.
- Provide statistical information regarding the current business
performance of the operations for the division(s) or function.
Analyze, evaluate and propose recommendations to improve the
financial fitness of the area.
- Assist with special projects as assigned and prepare
specialized reports and confidential documents.
- Establish and settle work orders (both reimbursable and
regular), damage claims and non-revenue billings such as antenna
installation and maintenance.
- Provide accounting for transactions dealing with but not
limited to Capex, O&M and other revenue transactions.
- Analyze monthly variations in CapEx and O&M results and
prepare written explanations for said variations on both the total
and segmented levels.QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Accounting,
Finance, Business or related field from an accredited college or
university required. Master's Degree or CPA/CMA/CFA preferred.
Three or more years of relevant accounting experience (accounting,
budget preparation, and statistical analysis) required without CPA
certification. One or more years of relevant accounting experience
(accounting, budget preparation, and statistical analysis) required
with CPA certification.In addition to the above qualifications, the
successful candidate will demonstrate:Working knowledge of MS
Office Suite with an advanced level of proficiency with Excel;
Working knowledge of specific Ameren applications (e.g., UIP,
Powerplan, EMPRV, General Ledger etc.); Must have good
organizational, problem-solving, analytical, communication, and
human relations' skills; Demonstrated ability to monitor reports,
solve problems and be decisive, proactive and self-motivated with
the ability to work independently on multiple tasks requiring
priority setting and deadlines; Must show initiative and attention
to detail and work well in a team environment; and the following
Ameren competencies: Think Customer, Inspire and Engage, Foster
Innovation, Drive Results, Champion Learning, Build Trust, and Be
Strategic.Additional InformationStandard Day Shift in office or
field environment. Travel, overtime, and/or off-hour work may be
required based upon project oversight needs.Ameren's selection
process includes a series of interviews and may include a
leadership assessment process. Specific details will be provided to
qualified candidates.*Salary depends upon individual credentials,
experience, and position market pay.All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin,disability or protected veteran
status.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military
service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status
protected by law.
Keywords: Ameren Services Company, Saint Charles , Business Performance Specialist, Other , Saint Charles, Missouri
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