Administrative Analyst 1

Location: Forest Park, GA

Contract- 2 Years

Client- Southern Company

Job Summary

The Administrative Analyst role is a hybrid position, with responsibilities split approximately 50% administrative support and 50% transmission analysis support. This individual will provide high-level administrative assistance while also contributing analytical expertise to support substation project cost monitoring, vendor oversight, and compliance reporting.

Administrative Responsibilities (50%)

• Provide professional, responsive administrative support to project managers and staff.

• Communicate and coordinate effectively with Compliance, HR, and other internal stakeholders.

• Ensure adherence to Southern Company administrative, accounting, and compliance procedures.

• Manage office functions including maintaining supplies, coordinating meetings/events, arranging travel, and supporting office relocations.

• Create and track project correspondence, reports, and records.

• Perform ad hoc administrative assignments as directed.

Transmission Analyst Responsibilities (50%)

• Gather and analyze contractor cost data, spending patterns, and vendor invoices.

• Audit invoices for accuracy, compliance with contract terms, and adherence to project scopes.

• Develop metrics and management reports to support informed decision-making.

• Participate in the CAMP Steering Committee, providing system recommendations and training new users.

• Support substation engineering leadership by monitoring contractor spend, project budgets, and authorization limits.

• Respond to data requests, support process improvements, and implement best practices.

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders including PMO, Finance, IT, and contractor firms.

• Assist with storm restoration duties as needed.

Qualifications

Education

• Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field OR

  • Associate’s degree in Business/Finance/Economics + 2 years relevant experience OR

  • Associate’s degree in another field + 4 years relevant experience

Experience

• Previous accounting, finance, or business administration experience preferred.

• Experience with Enterprise Solutions systems (MAXIMO, Oracle Financials, PowerPlant, SAP) is desirable.

• Familiarity with CAMP, Oracle, iExpense, MOBI preferred.

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel pivot tables, Word, PowerPoint).

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Access and Power BI is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

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

• Ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Proficiency in compiling, consolidating, and presenting information from multiple sources.

• Effective oral and written communication with stakeholders at all levels, including upper management.

• Sound business judgment with proactive communication regarding contracts and invoicing.

• Team player with initiative, ownership, and strategic thinking skills.

• Demonstrates Southern Company’s core values: Safety First, Superior Performance, Total Commitment, and Unquestionable Trust.