Business Analyst Sr Business Analyst Principal

Job Posting End Date 01-23-2026. Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

The Business Analyst will provide market, financial and utility industry analysis to support Indiana Michigan Power’s (I&M) significant growth in a diverse generation portfolio that will include nuclear, natural gas, solar, wind, and battery storage. This position will benchmark the industry trends in a dynamic generation market for new resources, as well as provide performance reporting for I&M’s existing generation fleet.

This position will also provide financial budgeting and reporting support for all I&M generation resources. Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the business unit organization, and with internal and external customers. This work will be completed under general direction.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Analyze and investigate internal and external market conditions and prepare reports to support recommendations on trends, best practices etc.
• Identify potential savings opportunities and develop supporting business cases and alternatives to recognize those savings.
• Work collaboratively with I&M and AEP generation teams to compile, analyze, and provide insights on generation performance and financial performance.
• Develop reports and perform periodic studies necessary to analyze I&M’s strategic goals to maximize the efficiency of the organization.
• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for I&M’s generation portfolio.
• Provide support for all regulatory filings associated with I&M’s generation portfolio.
• Maintain, interpret and analyze pertinent data and develop presentations for internal and external customers.
• Analyze and review business unit contracts/work to assure adherence to contract/work standards and agreements.

Based on education, experience and interview, this opportunity will be filled commensurately at either title.

Base salary starting between $74,551–$93,189.

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum of 4 years of experience as a Business Analyst or 4 years of business case creation, business analysis and benchmarking.
• Associate's degree and minimum of 6 years of experience as a Business Analyst Associate or business case creation, business analysis and benchmarking.

Approved degree paths would be in Business, Finance, Statistics or related field of study.

Base salary starting between $98,993–$128,689.

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum of 8 years of experience as a Business Analyst or 4 years of business case creation, business analysis and benchmarking.
• Associate’s degree and minimum of 10 years of experience as a Business Analyst Associate or business case creation, business analysis and benchmarking.

Approved degree paths would be in Business, Finance, Statistics or related field of study.

In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including discretionary annual incentive, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Grade: SP20-006

Compensation Range: $74,551.00 - $

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of…