Ops Srv Busin & Fin Analyst I/II/Sr/Lead
As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL’s companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.
Overview
The Analyst position is responsible for conducting analysis of on-going operations, spend patterns, costs/savings of potential new strategies/initiatives, and the production organizational performance metrics/reports for the Facility Services department. This position also works in conjunction with the Facilities Project PE team to support and plan for ongoing and future facility projects and construction work. This position is responsible for preparation of business case justifications, investment proposals and contract proposals inclusive of financial analysis. The Analyst performs complex financial analysis by identifying, organizing and conducting data analysis to recommend process or business improvements related to operational or financial targets. This position assists in review of business processes and contracts to ensure the Facility Services department is operating in the most cost effective and efficient manner possible.
Responsibilities
The "Ops Srv Busin & Fin Analyst" position may be hired at the level I/II/Sr/Lead. The position responsibilities listed below reflect those of the Associate level. Additional/varying responsibilities maybe included for other levels of the "Ops Srv Busin & Fin Analyst" role.
- Support the development, compilation, maintenance, analysis and reporting of performance related data of the Facility Services department including data visualization, key performance indicators and operating reports
- Completes monthly invoice processing to ensure timely payment to company business partners
- Drafts investment/contract proposals and business cases per Company’s Capital & Investment Policy
- Conducts financial and business research and analysis of proposed capital projects to include the review of contracts, large purchase orders, cash flow projects, and development of capital evaluation model
- Identifies, analyzes, compiles and prepares data used to recommend process improvements that assist in meeting or exceeding of operational and financial targets
- Assists and interacts frequently with managers, supervisors, project coordinators, and others in the preparation of the annual Business Plan, requests for reallocations of OPEX and Capital, and detailed budget estimates for projects
- Interacts frequently with finance, tax, accounting, and budgeting departments to analyze alternatives and make appropriate recommendations
- Interprets budget policies and practices to effectively guide and advise the Facility Services management team on applicable budgetary issues
- Monitors capital and OPEX project‘s progress, costs and recommends corrective action where significant variances are projected to occur as related to time and spend
- Supports management in the budgetary, financial, and statistical analyses of the Facility Services department
- With limited support, prepares monthly budget variance reports, monthly forecast changes, annual financial reports, and ad hoc reports as requested by Facility Services management
- Evaluates data, makes observations, and provides recommendations with a focus on (internal and external) customer experience and continuous improvement with guidance as needed
- Supports the development of AIP’s (Authorization for Investment Proposal) for capital projects, allocating project costs and funding sources accordingly
- Supports the development of contracts with Supply Chain and monitors contract spend analysis for all approved contract purchase agreements
- Actively participates in outage restoration efforts as assigned by management
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
The "Ops Srv Busin & Fin Analyst" position may be hired at level I/II/Sr/Lead. Level offered will be determined by the successful candidate's background, education & experience.
Level I:
Required Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting.
Required Experience
- Applicants must possess experience in supporting multiple business lines to meet operational and end-user needs.
- Strong technical understanding of Microsoft Excel is required.
Level II:
Required Education
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or Accounting
Required Experience
- 3+ years of experience in an analytical data operational role.
- Applicants must possess experience in supporting multiple business lines to meet operational and end-user needs.
- Demonstrated understanding of databases and analysis software is required.
- Demonstrated experience with asset accounting and financial management software (i.e. PowerPlan, Oracle) is required.
Senior Level:
Required Education
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or Accounting
Required Experience
- 5+ years of experience in an analytical data operational role.
- Applicants must possess experience in supporting multiple business lines to meet operational and end-user needs.
- Demonstrated understanding of databases and analysis software is required.
- Demonstrated experience with asset accounting and financial management software (i.e. PowerPlan, Oracle) is required.
Lead Level:
Required Education
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or Accounting
Required Experience
- 7+ years of experience in an analytical data operational role.
- Applicants must possess experience in supporting multiple business lines to meet operational and end-user needs.
- Demonstrated understanding of databases and analysis software is required.
- Demonstrated experience with asset accounting and financial management software (i.e. PowerPlan, Oracle) is required.