Title: Business Planning Analyst 
Company: Tampa Electric Company 
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

 

 

Position Overview

Tampa Electric Company is seeking a Business Planning Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and financial reporting activities across our business units. This position is well suited for an early-career analyst who has developed a foundation in finance or accounting and is ready to deepen their expertise, expand their responsibilities, and grow within a collaborative business planning team.
The primary hiring focus is at the Level II Analyst level; however, we will also consider strong entry-level candidates (Level I) with relevant education and a demonstrated ability to grow, as well as developing Senior-level candidates (Level III) who are ready to take on increased independence and complexity.

 

Key Responsibilities (Progressive by Level)

• Support the preparation of Capital, O&M, and Clause budgets and forecasts for Tampa Electric business units
• Analyze actual, budgeted, and forecasted financial data and assist with identifying key drivers and variances
• Participate in month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reclasses, in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial models, tools, and reports used for management decision-making
• Partner with business unit teams to develop and document financial assumptions
• Prepare financial analyses, reports, and presentations that connect operational activity to financial performance
• Ensure financial data accuracy and completeness in systems such as SAP, BPC/EPM, and PowerPlan
• Participate in storm response and recovery support, including cost estimation and financial tracking
• (Senior level) Independently communicate financial insights, identify process improvements, and support team knowledge-sharing

 

Career Growth & Progression

This role is part of an established analyst progression. As analysts gain experience, expand their technical skills, and demonstrate strong performance, they may take on:

• Increased ownership of budgeting and forecasting responsibilities
• Greater independence in analysis and stakeholder communication
• More complex financial modeling and long-term planning work

Advancement is based on demonstrated capability, contribution, and business need, not solely time in role.

 

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related financial field
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Business Administration or a related field

 

Experience

• Level I: Entry-level; no prior financial experience required
• Level II (target level): 2+ years of financial, accounting, or analytical experience
• Senior (Level III): 4+ years of progressive financial experience
• Preferred (all levels): Experience in a regulated utility or similarly complex operating environment

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; advanced skills develop with level
• Experience with SAP, BPC/EPM, PowerPlan, or similar enterprise financial systems preferred
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Curiosity, initiative, and a desire to continue developing financial and business expertise
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners

 

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Demonstrates ownership and accountability for assigned responsibilities
• Builds constructive, collaborative relationships with internal partners
• Learns quickly and applies feedback to improve performance
• Communicates financial information clearly and thoughtfully
• Embraces change and seeks opportunities to improve processes

 

Working Conditions

• Overtime may be required during key financial cycles
• May require work in or support of operational environments
• Compliance with company safety standards and OSHA requirements is required

 

Physical Requirements