Data Analytics Analyst, Business Support
Southern Company · Forest Park, Georgia, United States
Utilities · 10,001+ employees
About the role
The Data Analytics Analyst transforms operational and financial data into actionable business insights to support construction operations and leadership. This role involves developing dashboards, automating processes, and partnering with cross-functional teams to improve data quality and decision-making.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience in data analytics or business intelligence. Proficiency in SQL, reporting tools like Power BI, and enterprise business systems is required.
Benefits
Full description
JOB SUMMARY The Power Delivery Business Support Team plays a critical role in supporting the administrative, financial, and technology functions associated with the construction of Georgia Power transmission and distribution assets including, but not limited to, Transmission Construction, GRID, Distribution Construction, Network Underground, Make Ready, Asset Management, and Centralized Engineering.
The Data Analytics Analyst provides analytical and technical support to Power Delivery Construction leadership by transforming operational and financial data into actionable business insights. This role develops reporting, automation, and data-driven solutions that improve decision-making, increase efficiency, and support construction operations. Responsibilities include analyzing complex data, developing dashboards and reporting tools, automating recurring processes, and identifying opportunities for operational improvement.
The position partners closely with Construction Operations, Business Support, Supply Chain, Digital, and Technology teams to enhance business processes, reporting capabilities, and data quality. Field engagement may be required to develop an understanding of operational workflows and ensure solutions align with business needs. The successful candidate will bridge the gap between business operations and analytics by translating business requirements into practical, data-driven solutions and communicating insights to stakeholders across the organization.
The position will be filled at an exempt level, with the actual level dependent upon the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the selected candidate.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and analytical tools that support operational and financial decision-making
- Extract, analyze, and interpret data from multiple systems to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
- Design and implement automated reporting and business process solutions that improve efficiency and data accuracy
- Partner with Construction Operations, Supply Chain, Business Support, Digital, and Technology teams to address business challenges through analytics
- Develop and maintain queries, scripts, and data solutions that enhance visibility into project costs, productivity, and resource utilization
- Ensure data integrity, consistency, and governance across reporting and analytical processes
- Communicate analytical findings and recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers
- Support emerging analytics, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Complete special projects, ad hoc analyses as needed
- Assist with storm restoration duties as needed
JOB REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Management Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred
EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in data analytics, business intelligence, reporting, data management, or a related analytical field preferred
- Experience working with enterprise business systems and operational data sources (e.g., Maximo, Oracle, CAMP, financial systems, or similar platforms)
- Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends, solve problems, and support business decision-making
- Proficiency with SQL and experience extracting, querying, and analyzing data from multiple sources
- Experience using reporting, visualization, and automation tools such as Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate, or similar technologies
- Experience developing dashboards, reports, and automated solutions that improve business processes and operational efficiency
- Understanding of data quality, governance, integration, and reporting best practices
- Understanding of project financials, cost tracking, budgeting, and management reporting preferred
- Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience working within Agile or project-based delivery environments preferred
- Strong communication, presentation, documentation, and stakeholder management skills
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Demonstrate "Our Values" of Safety First, Superior Performance, Intentional Inclusion, and Act with Integrity in all interactions
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Power BI, Word, and PowerPoint
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights and recommendations
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and quality
- Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
- Ability to collaborate across multiple departments and organizational levels
- Ability to explain technical concepts to business stakeholders in a clear and practical manner
- Demonstrates initiative, accountability, sound business judgment, and a continuous improvement mindset
- Team-oriented, adaptable, and proactive approach to solving business challenges
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned work location or be willing to relocate.
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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