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Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. As the state's largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.
Summary
Financial Forecast Analyst I
In this role, you help APS plan for the future by turning data into insights about how energy is used and how demand may change over time. Your work supports reliable service, smart investments, and responsible pricing for the communities APS serves. By helping forecast energy needs and trends, you play a direct role in ensuring Arizona residents and businesses have the power they need-today and in the years ahead.
What Your Day Would Be Like:

• Build and apply statistical models to analyze energy demand, customer trends, and economic factors
• Support research on energy usage patterns, sales, and customer growth to inform forecasting decisions
• Collaborate with senior analysts to interpret data and refine forecasting assumptions
• Translate complex findings into clear insights and recommendations for leadership
• Contribute to strategic planning by identifying trends that may impact future energy needs

Who We're Looking For:

• Foundational experience or education in econometrics, statistics, economics, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with complex data sets
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn from senior team members and contribute to team outcomes
• Clear communication skills to explain data insights in a meaningful way
• Ability to collaborate and engage with others on important projects

Minimum Requirements
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.

Major Accountabilities
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.
Export Compliance / EEO Statement
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.
Hybrid: Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person).
In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.

• Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
• Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
• Role types are subject to change based on business need.