Southern Company · 1 day ago
Business Analyst Resource Management
Glen Ellyn, IL, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $118K/yr
3+ years expSouthern Company is America’s premier energy company, serving approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers. They are seeking a Business Analyst to provide leadership support, strategy implementation, and business unit/project support for the Resource Management team, ensuring operational and organizational goals are achieved.
EnergyNatural ResourcesNuclear
Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day leadership support, strategy implementation, and business unit/project support for the Resource Management team to ensure positive operational and organizational goals are achieved
Strengthen internal business processes, deliver timely data and insights, support growth initiatives and process improvements, and provide tailored support across business lines
Provide strategic reporting, analysis, and oversight for regulated Resource Management business lines
Develop and maintain reporting tools and dashboards
Create presentations for projects and leadership requests
Facilitate monthly project meetings
Lead or support special projects and cross-functional committees
Build strong relationships with Project Managers, Business Operations, and other key stakeholders
Foster a diverse and engaging work environment
Demonstrate expertise, integrity, and sound decision-making
Support meaningful goals and address performance issues proactively
Build cross-functional partnerships
Promote collaboration and continuous skill development
Champion change in a dynamic business environment
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Provide guidance, troubleshooting, and training
Ensure data integrity and system optimization
Support scheduling for any business unit
Maintain flexibility and responsiveness
Collaborate across departments for accurate scheduling
Serve as backup to Superintendent when unavailable
Make decisions and maintain continuity
Communicate effectively with leadership and stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree
3–5 years in utilities or related industries
2–4 years in data analysis and process improvement
4+ years in project cost tracking
Experience with business processes and systems (e.g., CC&B)
Proficiency in Power BI and SQL
Power BI
SQL
Excel (Advanced)
PowerPoint (Advanced)
SharePoint
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Initiative and ability to work independently and collaboratively
Time management and sound judgment
Preferred
BA/BS degree in business, finance, economics, or similar field
4–6 years analyzing operational data, modeling, or forecasting
Experience in the natural gas industry
Advanced knowledge of business systems and exception processing
Cross-departmental experience
Familiarity with Southern Company Gas KPIs and metrics
Business Intelligence tools
Data Modeling
Journey Mapping
Infographics
Resource database and web-based research skills
Benefits
Competitive base salary
Annual incentive awards for eligible employees
Health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being
Additional compensation, such as an incentive program
Company
Southern Company
Southern Company headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, is the shared services division of Southern Company.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.16BKey Investors
GRIP Program
2025-10-03Post Ipo Equity· $1.75B
2025-05-20Post Ipo Debt· $1.45B
2024-10-21Grant· $160M
Leadership Team
Thomas Fanning
President and CEO
David Poroch
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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