Financial Analyst I

We are looking for a motivated early‑career Financial Analyst to join our Finance team and help support data‑driven decision‑making across the organization. This role is well‑suited for a recent graduate or an early career professional who is eager to build strong analytical, modeling, and business‑partnering skills in a fast‑paced, purpose‑driven environment.

As a Financial Analyst, you will work closely with experienced analysts and leaders to understand the business, analyze financial and operational data, and contribute insights that support budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and strategic initiatives. You will be encouraged to ask questions, learn continuously, and develop your technical and communication skills as you grow within the role.

Are you a fit?

You are curious, analytical, and detail‑oriented, with a genuine interest in corporate finance and data analysis. You enjoy solving problems, understanding the story behind the numbers, and translating analysis into clear insights. You are comfortable working with data, open to feedback, and motivated to grow your skills while contributing meaningfully to the team.

Financial Analysts at Gas South work in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment and are expected to take ownership of their work, communicate effectively, and continuously look for opportunities to improve processes and analysis. As Analysts grow and gain experience, they progress through four levels (I, II, Senior, Lead) and take on greater responsibility as both contributors and leaders.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support monthly forecasting, quarterly Opex reporting, annual budgeting, and long‑term financial planning processes

• Analyze historical financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities

• Assist with month‑end close activities, variance analysis, and financial reporting

• Review actual results versus budget and forecast, and help explain key drivers of performance

• Support capital investment analysis and associated reporting

• Build and maintain financial models to support business decisions and strategic initiatives

• Prepare clear, concise analysis and presentations for finance partners and business stakeholders

• Support audit requests and required internal or external reporting

• Contribute to improving analytical and operational efficiency through better models, tools, and processes

• Work with data from multiple sources including Excel, Power BI, and SQL‑based datasets

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field

• Internship experience or up to 2 years of relevant professional experience in finance, accounting, data, or analytics

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau preferred

• Basic understanding of financial statements and accounting principles

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a high attention to detail

• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to financial planning or accounting systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, Vena)

• Experience working with large datasets using SQL, Python, R, or similar tools

• Academic background with a strong quantitative focus

• Demonstrated interest in corporate finance, modeling, or analytics

Location Requirements

Atlanta, GA

Physical Requirements

Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods at a desk or workstation while performing computer-based tasks, conducting meetings, and collaborating with colleagues

Standing and Walking: Ability to stand and walk within the office environment, such as when attending meetings, interacting with colleagues or external stakeholders, or visiting different departments

Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry material, files, or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds, such as when organizing documents or setting up for meetings

Our Purpose and Culture

At Gas South, we approach each day knowing we have an opportunity to make a difference in people's lives. That means helping our customers save money with everyday low rates and treating them with dignity, honesty and respect. It means supporting our employees in their personal and professional lives, and it means we want to make sure our success directly benefits the communities we serve by giving back 5% of profits to support children in need. Through partnerships with non-profits like United Way, Salvation Army, Junior Achievement, Bert's Big Adventure and many others, we're proud to help make a difference. At Gas South our employees bring their boldest ideas and most authentic selves to work, no matter their title, position or background. We understand that our people are our most valuable assets. So, we treat them that way, with competitive benefi