Business Analyst (Portland, Or) #110636

Date: Jun 2, 2023
Location: PORTLAND, OR, US, 97232
Company: PacifiCorp
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. 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

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

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to present alternatives and recommendations.
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers to promote positive customer outcomes.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or other applicable field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proven problem solving skills.
• Teamwork skills to negotiate with and influence peers and management on policy and strategic issues.

Preferences

• Knowledge of applicable company policies and procedures; applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations.
• Experience with information technology projects and processes.
• Knowledge of the electric utility industry.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
Additional Information
Req Id: 110636
Company Code: PacifiCorp
Primary Location: PORTLAND
Department: Pacific Power
Schedule: FT
Personnel Subarea: Exempt
Hiring Range: $68,000.00 - $80,000
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 category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.