Senior Analyst, Finance Data Reporting (FDRO)

Company: NATIONAL GRID CO USA (NE POWER)
Location: Weymouth
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

As part of National Grid s continued commitment to safety, all new hires must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Anyone unable to be vaccinated, either because of a sincerely held religious belief or medical reason can request a reasonable accommodation. About us National Grid is hiring a Senior Analyst, Finance and Data for our Finance Data Reporting Organization (FDRO) based in Syracuse, NY; Brooklyn, NY; or Waltham, MA. Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business. Job Purpose Senior Analyst, FDRO Service Delivery is responsible for developing Business Objects managerial reports and partnering with stakeholders to drive continuous improvements by increasing productivity, accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness. Reports to FDRO manager to deliver on the business reporting needs. Key Accountabilities --- Creates standard BI reports and other forms of technically enabled information to provide the business with financial perspective, insights, and monitoring.
--- Creates Power BI dashboards and performance reports with metrics to allow users to be able to have a high-level and detailed view of performance.
--- Partners with Process owners to ensure proper documentation of service delivery processes.
--- Support the financial control framework, ensuring compliance with all related controls requirements such as Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls.
--- Support month-end close reporting process by delivering input reports timely during the financial close workdays. Assist process owners to evaluate business performance through BI tools and capabilities. Support end-users with Ad hoc requests.
--- Perform data mining and ensure BI tools meet end-users needs for accurate reporting across the organization.
--- Perform and document testing of new and modified reports, system performance, and other related enhancements. Perform walkthroughs with end-users for knowledge sharing of new and updated information.
--- Identify and implement process improvements that deliver values to the organization.
--- Support the management of FDRO service level agreements (SLAs) and assessment of key performance metrics (KPIs).
--- Support National Grid rate cases and annual audit processes by providing timely responses.
--- Assist in monitoring and identifying risks, issues, and overseeing change impacts. Support the delivery of change across Finance, Shared Services, business operations by embracing new ways of working and owning the delivery of critical outcomes to drive the improvement of long-term business capability. Qualifications Knowledge and Experience:--- Business Intelligence systems, reporting tools, and data structure
--- Report creation
--- Data mining
--- Utility industry accounting preferred
--- System implementation
--- US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, SEC regulations and IFRS
--- Process Management
--- Month-end close processes
--- Risk mitigationQualifications:--- Bachelor s degree or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems or relevant field
--- Demonstrated ability to develop Business Intelligence systems reports
--- Background in utility service or similar industry accounting preferred
--- Knowledge of finance processes and terminology
--- Basic project management and problem-solving skills
--- Effective collaboration and partnership capabilities
--- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
--- Excellent written and oral communication skills and follow-up More Information 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.

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