Senior Financial Reporting Analyst

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries.     AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide.     We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.  

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We are seeking a Financial Reporting Analyst to join our Financial Reporting team. In this role, you will contribute to the preparation and analysis of financial statements and disclosures in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and cross-functional teams, gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting, reporting, and regulatory matters across AES's businesses.

This position offers a unique opportunity to deepen your technical accounting expertise, expand your knowledge of the energy industry, and build strong partnerships across the organization while supporting critical financial reporting and compliance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation, review, and submission of financial reporting deliverables as part of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including trial balances, reporting packages, cash flow statements, management reports, disclosure checklists, representation letters, and subsequent event analyses.

• Partner with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits for AES consolidated financial statements and selected U.S. subsidiary audits.

• Prepare and coordinate timely and accurate external filings required by legal agreements, regulatory requirements, and local reporting obligations.

• Contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of financial reporting procedures, documentation, metrics, and reporting processes.

• Support quality control and review processes by maintaining appropriate documentation standards and sharing best practices across the team.

• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business to develop operational knowledge and serve as a trusted resource for financial reporting and accounting matters.

• Monitor emerging accounting guidance, SEC developments, and industry trends, and assist in evaluating their potential impact on AES.

• Coordinate and support pre-close activities, including information gathering, meeting materials, agendas, and documentation as needed.

• Assist in maintaining an effective internal control environment and supporting SOX compliance requirements related to financial reporting and disclosures.

• Support the evaluation of technical accounting matters and help coordinate disclosure information required for quarterly and annual SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q and 10-K.

• Participate in the review and preparation of SEC filings for Indianapolis Power & Light Company and Dayton Power & Light Company.

• Contribute to special projects and process improvement initiatives that enhance reporting efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Knowledge of financial reporting principles and accounting standards, including U.S. GAAP.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and functions.

• Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting financial reporting, external audits, SEC reporting, or regulatory compliance activities.

• Familiarity with SOX compliance, internal controls, and financial disclosure processes.

• Experience working with large organizations, public companies, or regulated industries.

• CPA certification or progress toward certification is a plus.

• Knowledge of SEC filing requirements and financial reporting systems.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.