IT Portfolio Financial Analyst / Analyst Senior | Information Technology

About the position

We are looking for IT Portfolio Financial Analyst / Analyst Senior | Information Technology to join our team will coordinate, support the IT business unit with financial planning processes and portfolio health. These roles will provide analytical, accounting compliance, forecasting and financial education/reporting support to the entire IT organization. They will analyze spend data, manage long range forecasts, budgets as well as work the IT teams to help optimize IT investments.

Responsibilities

• Implementing financial rigor and processes across O&M, Capital, Customer Affordability and LRF Planning
• Support Vendor Relationship Managers by standardizing financial processes, analyzing vendor spend data, and reviewing vendor work
• Anchor LEAN principles
• Create new and/or leverage existing partnerships to collaborate with FBO and Accounting to ensure IT is in compliance with charging practices and other relevant policies
• Support or create new complex financial evaluation of vendor contracts and evaluate total cost of ownership for new products and services, beyond just the installation or purchase
• Support corporate Month close, CMC and CWP processes as well as Ad Hoc requests

Requirements

• BS/BA equivalency or an equivalent combination of four years relevant business work experience and relevant college coursework in business, information technology or a related area.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience where general knowledge and understanding of business unit operations, business unit systems, and basic knowledge of database design, structure, functions and processes and experience with database tools has been obtained.
• Previous experience with the systems specific to the business area may also be required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of business processes and operational knowledge including functions, procedures, processes, and computer systems.
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities, gaps, data analysis and recommended solutions which tie functional needs to technology solutions.
• Demonstrated project/team experience and ability to prioritize work.
• Ability to review data, see relationships and patterns, as well as possess strong analytical, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Experience in managing projects and identifying and resolving issues.
• Expertise in PC applications including advanced skill level in Microsoft Excel, Access, and Word.
• Requires proficient knowledge of emerging practices and technologies used within the business area.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and standards impacting business areas.
• Demonstrated communication skills, both verbal and written.