Job Description

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

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

• Normal physical demands associated with an office work environment

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.