Business Analyst, Principal

Pacific Gas And Electric Company•Oakland, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Business Analysts are responsible for research, data analysis, budgeting, forecasting and reporting in support of business decision making, business strategy and business operations. May also be involved in business process improvement, quality control and special projects and other initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering or related
Minimum of 8 years of related work experience

Nice To Haves

MBA or graduate degree
Ability to build dashboards using various tools such as Power BI and Tableau
Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time with occasional overnight stays
Ability to lead large and complex projects working with cross-functional teams
Ability to create compelling business cases based on complex business environments and inputs
Adept at addressing issues with diplomacy and tact
Depth and breadth of expertise in multiple qualitative and quantitative analytical methods, approaches and tactics
Possesses unique subject matter expertise in what-if modeling analysis, concepts, methods and techniques and recommends how different factors impact business outcomes
Creative and strategic problem-solving skills to develop new, innovative solutions
Influence, negotiation & persuasion skills to gain agreement on recommendations
Advanced project management skills & knowledge to lead the largest most complex projects across the line of business supported
Excellent organizational, prioritization and multi-tasking skills
Deep knowledge and expertise of business and/or industry drivers
Adaptable to changing business conditions and ambiguity
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Project, Visio or similar software

Responsibilities

Data Analysis: Compiles and analyzes data. May develop and/or maintain data models for what-if analysis and for other business purposes.
Metrics and Reporting: Develops and tracks business metrics. Develops and maintains standard, custom and ad-hoc reports.
Budgeting & Forecasting: Develops or works with budgets and forecasts.
Research: Researches best practices; develops internal and external benchmarks in support of business decisions.
Quality Assurance & Business Process Improvement: May perform quality assurance and business process improvement activities in support of the business. Activities may include developing, managing or coordinating performance or quality assessment, business process re-engineering, change management, communication and training.
Project Management: Lead projects, determining scope, budget, timeframes, forming teams, assigning tasks, managing resources and issues.
Performs analysis on the most complex data models that have crossfunctional impact.
Solves unique and complex problems, anticipating issues and developing innovative solutions. Presents findings and recommendations to senior leaders to gain agreement.
Develops highly complex data systems that have wide ranging impact and application across multiple departments.
Works with senior management to support strategic planning and decision making.
Manages major cross-functional projects and initiatives.
May provide direction and coaching to other Business Analysts.