Business Analyst III, Salt Lake City, UT #112302

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PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.

General Purpose

Conducts analysis through research, gathering and interpretation of data, development of alternatives and recommendations, and maintenance of project data. Presents analysis and recommendations to management and may implement selected alternative. Analyses include, but are not limited to, feasibility studies, due diligence, 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 and due diligence through research, gathering, and interpretation of data, and assessment of project data. 
•    Present analysis and recommendations to management and implement selected alternative. 
•    Maintain project background data impacting project assessment and development, including reconciliation with other data sources and tracking of financial results.
•    Assist management in evaluating project prospects and evaluating relevant policy, technology, and economic conditions required for successful project outcomes. 
•    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. 

Requirements

•    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or other applicable field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience
•    A minimum of three 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, customers, and members of the public to promote positive customer outcomes.
•    Proven communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult with internal and external customers regarding matters which may be sensitive in nature.
•    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.
 

Preferences

•    Knowledge of the electric utility industry.
•    Experience and understanding of the development, assessment, valuation, and implementation of generation projects, including wind, solar and storage projects.
•    Experience in geographic information systems and mapping. 
•    Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
•    Knowledge of applicable company policies and procedures; applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations. 

Additional Information

Req Id: 112302
Company Code: Pacificorp
Primary Location: SALT LAKE CITY
Department: Strategy & Resource Dev
Schedule: Days
Personnel Subarea: Exempt
Hiring Range: $69,700-$82,000 

Benefits: Health care, retirement, paid time off, tuition assistance, paid short-term and long-term disability, paid bereavement leave. For more information, please visit: https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US

 

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.

 

At PacifiCorp, we celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion. PacifiCorp is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other ca