Project Analyst - Oahu

hawaiianel•Honolulu, HI

5d•$78,000 - $99,600

About The Position

We recognize our competitive advantage -- our people. We believe in our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the continued success of the company. Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package. Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged. BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION: The P CS CUSTOMER ENGINEERING 1 ADMIN Department of the P CUSTOMER ENGINEERING Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role: Professional) JOB FUNCTION: Develops consistent capital expenditure financial forecasts and reports among engineers tri-company. Monitors projects, communicates with engineers and updates project schedules, budget files and reports. Develops and prepares project-related information, reports, and analyses to assist and support engineers. Performs project and program work order closing activities. Manages work orders under Division programs to ensure timely closing and to cancel and transfer costs of inactive requests. Manages exception reports with engineers. Develops metrics, analyses and reporting to measure performance and provide the leadership team information to manage the Division.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of personal computers and related software applications such as: Excel spreadsheets including pivot tables, MS Word, MS Project, Power Point, MS Access, etc.
Thorough knowledge of the principles of accounting, including general ledger, cost accounting and capital budgeting systems normally acquired though college level courses or significant equivalent experience.
Accounting treatment (capital, expense, clearing, PEWON, CWIP, plant addition).
Working knowledge of Company and department financial policies and procedures, particularly as applicable in the context of program and project procedures, processes and authorizations.
Familiar with project hierarchy and code block formats.
Thorough knowledge of Company forecasting, reporting and enterprise work management/finance software applications, and has the ability to comfortably navigate through various screens and reports.
Basic understanding of the following: Engineering and construction practices Facilities siting and permitting process Electric transmission, substations, and distribution systems Utility operations Utility regulation
General knowledge of project management principals, and engineering and construction practices of transmission and distribution and/or generation projects.
Working knowledge of LEAN continuous improvement principles and best practices to achieve operational excellence.
Working knowledge of SafeStart principles and best practices to achieve a safe workplace environment.
Computer: Significant experience or training with personal computers and related software applications such as project scheduling/management, spreadsheets, databases, word processing, etc.
Analytical: Advanced ability to create and interpret trends, models, forecasts, and simulations.
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Ability to understand and accurately define problems, analyze and synthesize information, identify and evaluate solution options, and render sound decisions. Basic ability to conceptualize new ideas and deal effectively with incomplete, inconsistent, or conflicting information.
Decision Making: Strong ability to select a course of action among several options. Ability to be a self-starter with little direction.
Communication: Strong written, oral, and listening communication skills. Intermediate ability to articulate ideas and concepts clearly and concisely.
Personal: Advanced ability to plan, prioritize, schedule, and manage time and work to complete tasks and meet deadlines, while handling multiple assignments and remaining flexible and adapting to changing priorities.
Interpersonal: Strong ability to relate to and interact with other people to reach objectives. Appreciates the agendas and perspectives of others. Develops effective give-and-take relationships.
Professionalism: Strong ability to handle difficult, confrontational, sensitive, and/or confidential issues and information with tact, courtesy, discretion, respect, and fairness.
Team Collaboration: Strong ability to function effectively in a team environment and contribute to team process and decision-making.
Internal and External Relationship: Strong ability to develop/maintain strong, positive relationships with Company leadership and management as well as leaders and members of the community and government.
Several years (3-5) experience in accounting and forecasting systems and capital project budgets.
Several years (3-5) of experience or demonstrated ability with computers, information systems, and software applications including MS Project and Excel.
Several years (3-5) of analytical experience or demonstrated ability preferably with data and/or projects.
Few years (1-3) of experience utilizing project management techniques.
Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver’s license. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety objectives.

Nice To Haves

Thorough knowledge of critical path scheduling using MS Project is desirable.

Responsibilities

Develops consistent capital expenditure financial forecasts and reports among engineers tri-company.
Monitors projects, communicates with engineers and updates project schedules, budget files and reports.
Develops and prepares project-related information, reports, and analyses to assist and support engineers to communicate to other process areas, directors and executives.
Researches and prepares project accruals and variance reporting in line with financial requirements.
Performs project and program work order closing activities including updating system/database milestones and status, property accounting system updates, procurement reconciliation and accounting/business closeout.
Provide engineers with cost breakdown and comparison to budget for management reporting.
Manages work orders under Division programs to ensure timely closing and to cancel and transfer costs of inactive requests.
Manages exception reports with engineers to ensure variance explanations and closing activities are completed by deadlines.
Develops metrics, analyses and reporting to measure performance and provide the leadership team information to manage the Division.
Works with Division staff to develop and document project financial related processes and procedures.
Compiles and reports data for special reports, SOX compliance, audit requests and continuous improvement events.
Responsible for billing and reconciling project payments from developers/ customers.
Prepares reconciliation and subsidiary reports to ensure accurate and timely refund of developer’s/customer’s advance payments.
Coordinates and audits billings for governmental agencies of In-Kind Contributions-In-Aid-of-Construction (CIAC) for financial and tax purposes.
Compiles and prepares accounting entries for In-Kind CIAC.
Supports non-design customer requests by preparing standardized estimates, sending proposal letters and creating and issuing work orders to operations.
Assist engineers with preparing RFP bids for routine contracted construction work.
Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.
Understands the Company’s Policies, Mission, Vision, Values, and are following the culture dimensions to ensure the success of the company.