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National Grid Senior Analyst, Finance Services in Syracuse, New York
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National Grid is hiring a Senior Analyst in our Syracuse, NY office
This is a Hybrid Role - Must live within a commutable distance
Job Purpose
Analyze and interpret data, procedures, activities, and pertinent documents to provide relevant and up to date information to support decision-making and the effective working of Account Maintenance & Operations and Billing (NE & NY). Provide data analytics and collaborate cross-functionally to drive results support leading the long-term estimates projects and processes.
Key Accountabilities
Advanced in data-analytics, data-modeling, and use of related software to lead back-office business reporting.
Develop and maintain analytical systems, models and procedures in order to support design solutions and enhance time / consistency / safety / efficiency and operability.
Challenge existing ways of working and continuously seek ways to do things better in order to drive greater efficiencies within assigned area.
Research and analyze key themes from a wide range of data sources to identify how different scenarios may impact upon the business.
Translate business objectives into clearly defined business cases, annual plans, and objectives in order to support achievement of departmental/operational area.
Develop and utilize peer group network in order to absorb and apply technical/professional best practice within own area of specialism.
Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders to obtain and share information to benefit National Grid’s Billing Credit & Collections processes.
Independently collate and analyze data to support the department’s decision-making processes.
Effectively communicate and influence internal and external business partners.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree is preferably in an analytical/ business discipline with 4+ years of experience or Minimum of a HSD or GED with 5-7 years related professional experience.
Advanced knowledge of Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS)
SQL, experience writing complex queries from scratch, creating and revising stored procedures and user defined functions
Data modeling experience
Working across different RDBMS and tools e.g. Microsoft SQL Server (T-SQL), IBM DB2 (SQL PL), and Microsoft Access
Knowledge of reporting and dashboard tools e.g. SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and Power BI
Experience creating analysis and data visualizations which can convey information to stakeholders of varying backgrounds
Tech adaptability, aptitude for learning new software, languages, and systems quickly
Understanding of SharePoint; file creation, sharing, and security
Interpersonal capabilities and ability to work cross-functionally with diverse teams (sound negotiation & problem-solving skills)
Proven experience anticipating obstacles and thinking ahead about next steps, demonstrating initiative and resourcefulness and the ability to investigate the situation beyond routine questioning.
Ability to successfully prioritize and handle multiple tasks.
Strong decision making and time management skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
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Salary
$79,000 - $93,000 a year
Salary commensurate with location and experience
This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.
National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.