Financial Forecast Analyst I

Financial Forecast Analyst I

• Degree in economics, statistics, finance, mathematics, or a related field
• And one (1) year prior directly related experience in basic data management and developing research.
• Basic knowledge of economic analysis and financial principals.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.)

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of econometrics; economic analysis, regression analysis, statistics, and financial principles
• Basic knowledge of at least one of the following coding languages: SAS, R, Python, or Stata.

1) Assists on a variety of analyses and reporting to provide ongoing information, compiles relevant information, makes comparisons, and evaluates results.

2) Assists preparation of a variety of economic data, information, and studies in a clear, concise format.
3) Assists in the development of department strategies and economic models to accurately reflect impacts of new regulations and market events on the Company's financial performance.
4) Administers basic department programs by maintaining knowledge of each and preparing ongoing analyses.
5) Assists in a variety of analyses and resolution of economic cost issues based on current industry standards.
6) Builds basic knowledge of the primary emerging issues facing the industry and company business specifics.
7) Builds basic understanding of company, unit policies and procedures, accounting practices, and federal and state regulations.
8) Provides support to other team members to enhance development and productivity. Ensures compliance by maintaining appropriate documentation, files, records, or systems.

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.