Lead Analyst - Performance & Budgets

$83,805 - $104,756/Yr

Avangrid - Rochester, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Rochester, NY

Utilities

About the position

The Lead Analyst - Performance & Budgets plays a crucial role in leading financial and operational plan development and analysis for Networks Operations at Avangrid. This position involves consulting with senior leadership to align business goals with operational success, enhancing profitability, and facilitating decision-making through effective communication and collaboration across various organizational levels. The analyst will also be responsible for planning and presenting company events, driving performance improvement, and managing budgets for Operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial and operational plan development and analysis for Networks Operations.
• Consult with senior leadership to determine business goals and initiatives.
• Collaborate with Operations organization to develop efficiencies and assist with financial and operational requirements.
• Drive performance improvement by defining, approving, and monitoring relevant indicators for the electric business.
• Provide high-level financial assessments on a monthly basis for performance discussions.
• Organize and maintain engagement with forums and meetings for Operations leaders.
• Develop and manage metrics to track Networks Operations performance and identify trends.
• Lead collaborative efforts with Operations Leaders to define strategic KPIs and accountability.
• Schedule and host performance meetings, following up on objectives.
• Develop and monitor the NOE budget for two Lines of Business in Operations.
• Create a framework to review and audit overtime variances and communicate with business leaders.
• Support the team in providing all operations NOE analysis and ensure budgets and deadlines are achieved.
• Attend executive management meetings to present performance reports and insights.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience, or an Associate's Degree with a minimum of 7 years relevant experience, or a High School Diploma with 10 years relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is required; proficiency with SAP fundamentals is preferred.
• Knowledge of Networks Operations is valued.
• Experience in formulating business cases is preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Proficiency in other Microsoft applications is valued.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range from $83,804.80 to $104,756.00 based on experience and location.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Diverse and inclusive work environment.