Business Analyst (III,SR), Salt Lake City, UT #

General Purpose

Conducts analysis through research, gathering and interpretation of data, development of alternatives and recommendations.

Presents analysis and recommendations to management and may implement selected alternative. Analyses include, but are not limited to, feasibility studies, cost / benefit analysis, trending / forecasting, financial analysis, budget analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Promote a customer first culture and commit to delivering outstanding results for customers.
• Conduct analysis through research, gathering, and interpretation of data.
• Present analysis and recommendations to management and implement selected alternative.
• Maintain data impacting financial results, including reconciliation with other data sources.
• Audit business system data, examine actuals against targets, forecast performance, analyze business processes, and conduct special studies.
• Present analysis but not limited to feasibility studies, cost / benefit analysis, trending / forecasting, financial analysis, budget analysis, and reporting.
• Report on performance and assist in developing alternatives and recommendations for improvement to management.
• Provide training and communication of changes in policies and procedures.

In addition, the responsibilities of the Sr Business Analyst position are :

• Prepare key managerial performance reports for the organization.
• Perform complex assignments lacking precedent and requiring creativity.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and provide training and communication of changes in policies and procedures.
• Perform audits and inquiries; assess business issues and risks within the organization.
• Lead implementation of selected alternative to various analysis projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or other applicable field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• A minimum of two years’ experience contributing to the development of proven data / information gathering, analysis, modeling, and interpretation skills.
• Proficient with the use of personal computers including spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications to gather, analyze, and model information.
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers to promote positive customer outcomes.
• Ability to work with all levels of an organization, including people with different styles and backgrounds, and ability to work as a member on a team.
• Ability to present alternatives and recommendations.
• Teamwork skills to negotiate with and influence peers and management on policy and strategic issues.
• Proven problem solving skills.

In addition, the requirements of the Sr Business Analyst position are :

• A minimum of four years of directly related experience in gathering, analysis, interpretation, trending, forecasting, and modeling skills.
• Working knowledge of SAP.
• Strong understanding of company capitalization policy.
• Project management skills including project leadership, task identification, scheduling, and cost / expenditure identification.

Preferences

• Knowledge of the electric utility industry.
• Experience with information technology projects and processes.
• Knowledge of applicable company policies and procedures; applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations.
• Understanding of project life cycles.
• Understanding of FERC requirements.
• Understanding of RCMS software.
18 days ago