Title: Business Planning Analyst I/II/Sr
Company: Tampa Electric Company
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days
Build the Financial Foundation Behind Reliable Energy
At Tampa Electric, our Business Planning team plays a critical role in helping operational leaders make informed financial decisions that support safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy delivery to our customers.
We're seeking a Business Planning Analyst I, Business Planning Analyst II, or Senior Business Planning Analyst to support Big Bend Power Station within our Electric Supply organization. The successful candidate will partner closely with operational leaders to develop budgets and forecasts, analyze financial performance, identify cost drivers, and provide insights that support both short- and long-term business objectives.
The level of hire will be determined based on the selected candidate's education, experience, and demonstrated capabilities.
What You'll Do
- Support the development, tracking, and reporting of capital, operations and maintenance (O&M), and other business plans and forecasts.
- Partner with plant leadership and business unit teams to understand operational activities and translate them into financial plans.
- Analyze actual, budgeted, and forecasted financial performance and provide meaningful variance explanations.
- Assist in monthly financial close activities, including accruals, journal entries, and financial reporting.
- Develop and maintain financial models, reporting tools, and analytical solutions to improve forecasting accuracy and business insights.
- Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis to support operational and management decision-making.
- Identify cost trends, risks, and opportunities while recommending actions to improve financial performance.
- Support regulatory and compliance requirements through accurate financial reporting and documentation.
- Participate in storm response and recovery efforts, including financial tracking, cost estimation, and support activities related to storm restoration and recovery.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the utility industry or other asset-intensive industries such as energy, manufacturing, industrial operations, engineering, or construction.
- Experience with SAP and/or PowerPlan.
- Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, variance analysis, or cost management processes.
- Understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.
Career Level Guidelines
Business Planning Analyst I
Ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to build expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and operational finance.
Business Planning Analyst II
Typically suited for professionals with demonstrated financial analysis experience who can independently manage assignments, develop forecasts, and provide recommendations to business partners.
Senior Business Planning Analyst
Typically suited for experienced professionals who can lead complex analyses, serve as a trusted advisor to operational leadership, drive process improvements, and influence strategic financial decision-making.
Why Join Tampa Electric?
- Support one of the region's key power generation facilities.
- Work directly with operational leaders and gain exposure to critical business decisions.
- Build expertise in utility operations, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
- Join a collaborative team that values continuous improvement, innovation, and professional development.
- Contribute to a company committed to delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions.
TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!
Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!
STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.
Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.
Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.
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