Regulatory Analyst II

GCI Communication Corp•Anchorage, AK

About The Position

GCI's Regulatory Analyst II will create, implement, and ensure GCI’s compliance with regulations. Prepare monthly carrier access billings and pool/settlement reporting; monitor and maintain access minute reporting functions; prepare, maintain, and interface with regulatory agencies filings for state and interstate tariffs, rate postings, Federal Universal Service Fund, and the Alaska Universal Service Fund; assist in preparation of cost studies and network use analyses; perform other regulatory/financial work. Keep appraising any regulation changes on both the state and federal side and offer interpretation. Prepare company tariffs and rate postings under both federal and state regulations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AT ALL LEVELS: Regulatory Filing Preparation and Analysis: Read and interpret FCC, RCA, and other regulatory entity rules, regulations, and procedures. Analyze and offer recommendations in response to any upcoming regulatory issues. Seek out, notify, and coordinate with other personnel within the organization to ensure process creation and ongoing compliance. Prepare reports and filings with regulatory bodies to ensure accurate receipt of Universal Service fund support and pooled earnings. Create processes, interpret changes, and maintain accurate documentation regarding each filing and the regulation or rule driving it. Tariff/Posting Preparation: Audit, preparation and filing of access tariffs as well as tariff interpretations and quotes; maintenance of local and long-distance rate postings, terms, and conditions. Coordination with other departments to maintain compliance. Streamline and automated processes where necessary. Access Minute Management: Act as first point of contact for Local Exchange Carrier (LEC) CABs preparers. Manage trunk tables to ensure accurate access minutes are being captured and review monthly files sent to LECs. Work closely with IT Analysis to ensure data integrity. Calculate quarterly billing factors and maintain records sufficient for audit. Carrier Access Billing (CABs): Prepare monthly CABS billing and related analysis. Use reports from the CABs system as needed to analyze trends and monitor the integrity of the CABs bill. Follow-up and resolve any trend analysis anomalies. Reconcile and balance billing reports used for Connect America Fund (CAF) filings. File Network Access Fee (NAF) revenues, Intrastate minutes of use, and switched circuits in the Alaska Exchange Carriers Association (AECA) portal. COMPETENCIES: ACCOUNTABILITY- Takes ownership for actions, decisions, and results; openly accepts feedback and demonstrates a willingness to improve. BASIC PRINCIPLES - Interacts with people in a way that builds mutual trust, confidence, and respect; adheres to GCI’s Code of Conduct for Employees – the Basic Principles. COLLABORATION - Works effectively with others to accomplish common goals and objectives; maintains positive relationships even under difficult circumstances. COMMUNICATION- Conveys thoughts and expresses ideas appropriately and professionally. Ability to accurately communicate information virtually (i.e., Teams), over the phone, and in-person in a clear and concise manner to a range of audiences. Ability to accurately read, write, and respond to business correspondence such as emails, chat messages, policies, procedures, reports. Ability to multitask in a faced paced environment with successful results. COMPLIANCE - Follows internal controls; protects confidential information; abides by GCI’s Code of Business Conduct & Ethics. CUSTOMER FOCUS - Demonstrates commitment to service excellence; gives high priority to customer satisfaction. RELIABILITY - Consistently follows through on assigned tasks as expected; demonstrates timely attendance at meetings, training, and other work obligations. RESULTS - Uses a combination of job knowledge, initiative, sound decision making, innovation, adaptability, and problem solving. SAFETY & SECURITY - Supports a safe work environment by following all workplace safety rules and guidelines; complies with applicable Security policies and procedures. TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY - Proficient computer skills and MS Office knowledge (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) to complete job duties effectively, such as using the company intranet and to accurately retrieve and input information into database or equivalents. Additional Job Requirements: Intermediate level analyst position. Must have a comprehensive understanding of telecommunications, and ability to follow documented procedures with no supervision. Works under moderate supervision and supports team. Requires ability to execute complex procedures. High degree of self-initiative and be able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks with independent decision-making. Individual must lead team members and effectively communicate directions.

Requirements

A combination of relevant work experience and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis
High School diploma or equivalent.
Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, Finance, Economics, or related field.
Minimum six (6) years of increasing responsibility in regulatory, compliance or related regulated industry experience.
Must have a comprehensive understanding of telecommunications, and ability to follow documented procedures with no supervision.
Proficient computer skills and MS Office knowledge (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) to complete job duties effectively, such as using the company intranet and to accurately retrieve and input information into database or equivalents.

Nice To Haves

Four (4) years of experience working in the telecommunications industry for mid- to large-size private business.
Other relevant telecom industry or job specific certifications.

Responsibilities

Regulatory Filing Preparation and Analysis: Read and interpret FCC, RCA, and other regulatory entity rules, regulations, and procedures.
Analyze and offer recommendations in response to any upcoming regulatory issues.
Seek out, notify, and coordinate with other personnel within the organization to ensure process creation and ongoing compliance.
Prepare reports and filings with regulatory bodies to ensure accurate receipt of Universal Service fund support and pooled earnings.
Create processes, interpret changes, and maintain accurate documentation regarding each filing and the regulation or rule driving it.
Tariff/Posting Preparation: Audit, preparation and filing of access tariffs as well as tariff interpretations and quotes; maintenance of local and long-distance rate postings, terms, and conditions.
Coordination with other departments to maintain compliance.
Streamline and automated processes where necessary.
Access Minute Management: Act as first point of contact for Local Exchange Carrier (LEC) CABs preparers.
Manage trunk tables to ensure accurate access minutes are being captured and review monthly files sent to LECs.
Work closely with IT Analysis to ensure data integrity.
Calculate quarterly billing factors and maintain records sufficient for audit.
Carrier Access Billing (CABs): Prepare monthly CABS billing and related analysis.
Use reports from the CABs system as needed to analyze trends and monitor the integrity of the CABs bill.
Follow-up and resolve any trend analysis anomalies.
Reconcile and balance billing reports used for Connect America Fund (CAF) filings.
File Network Access Fee (NAF) revenues, Intrastate minutes of use, and switched circuits in the Alaska Exchange Carriers Association (AECA) portal.