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Date: Sep 10, 2022

Location: San Antonio, TX, US, 78205

Company: CPS Energy

We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project coordinators, risk analysts, customer service operators, community representatives, safety and security specialists, communicators, human resources partners, information technology technicians and much, much more. We are 3,300 people committed to enhancing the lives of the communities we serve.  Together, we are powering the growth and success of our community progress every day!

 

CPS Energy is seeking a high performing Analyst Program/System to provide informational and technical support to Financial Services.  Activities include, but not limited to, system administration of financial/budgeting/compliance modules, hardware support and implementation of financial tools, accounting/ budgeting system processes, preparation of audit schedules relative to financial master data / general ledger, system troubleshooting, efficiency & automation projects and solution enhancements for complex business needs.   Individual’s experience and technical skills will determine the placement of Analyst Program/System job level 1 – 4.

 

 

Deadline to apply: Reposted - Open until filled

Pay Grade

Position Summary

Responsible for system administration, hardware support, software support, maintenance, security, programming, troubleshooting, and enhancements.  Also, responsible for documenting and developing procedures.  Provides analytical support and reports for various projects, programs and portfolios to project managers, program/project team leaders and other internal and external stakeholders as assigned.

Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Core responsibilities focus on strategic as well as operational/tactical aspects of the organization.
  • Budget planning for Capital and O&M based on operational needs.
  • Track and monitor financial and operational metrics for management.
  • Analyze project financial data to assist Project Managers and Engineers in managing project budgets.
  • Create automated financial and project management reports and validate the output.
  • Manage business plan initiatives and create processes to streamline the collection of data.
  • Manage the Project Management Database and increase utility with reports and dashboards.
  • Continually assess and improve the project management process and documentation of those processes.
  • Maintains and enhances systems as required to support operations.
  • Performs system administration duties of various software platforms, applications and integration.
  • Analyzes and troubleshoots application/system operation and provides timely resolution to system issues.
  • Provides financial and operational analytical support for engineering and project management areas.
  • Identifies improvements in existing processes needed to increase the level of efficiency.
  • Collaborates with management in managing financial efficiency.
  • Develops, maintains and presents process guidelines.
  • Develops and conducts training classes when necessary.
  • Maintains current knowledge of industry trends and technologies.
  • Performs system administration duties of various software platforms and applications.
  • Evaluates systems to ensure reliable operation and performance.
  • Assists users in resolving system design issues and maintenance concerns.
  • Performs other project and process improvement initiatives as assigned.

Minimum Skills

Personal Computer Usage

Minimum Knowledge and Abilities

Extensive experience as a programmer/analyst in a field supporting and providing technical and analytical solutions.
Extensive experience in program/project management for Operational Units.
Exceptionally strong analytical and problem solving abilities
Demonstrated ability to multi-task various critical work assignments proactively and independently in a fast paced environment and in a professional manner.
Ability to identify alternative solutions for development of decision-making proposals, which support organizational goals/objectives and budget constraints
Initiative to work independently or as a member of a team, coordinating with others to achieve desired results
Demonstrated well-developed written and verbal communications skills for interaction within the section, across departmental lines to all levels of personnel, and vertically with management.
Ability to handle complex assignments, be a self-starter, be able to meet goals and deadlines on own initiative with minimum supervision
Demonstrated positive interpersonal behaviors toward CPS Energy, associates, and customers consistent with company core values.
Position content is substantially complex with diverse issues and problems
Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of a particular field of specialization to complete complex assignments.
Ability to make independent decisions and often makes recommendations which affect the section, department and/or division
High level of accuracy of work and attention to detail, to include the ability to perform precise mathematical calculations
Highest level subject matter / technical expert and may include limited supervisory responsibilities
Works with minimum supervision, conferring with superior on unusual matters. Incumbents have considerable freedom to decide on work priorities and procedures to be followed.
Ability to work at any location at any time with extensive time in the field working with business areas
Extensive experience in Information Systems, Reporting Solutions, Database Management and Web Development
Ability to translate business needs to technical specifications
Ability to articulate the business problem to be analyzed, quickly identify the critical elements of the problem, achieve a high quality answer in a timely fashion, and synthesize answers to resonate with decision makers.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree or relevant Certification.
  • Extensive experience with financial and operational analytical support.
  • Extensive experience with administration of applications.
  • Relative experience in supporting utility construction and maintenance.

Competencies

Demonstrating Initiative
Working with Ambiguity
Driving for Results
Evaluating and Implementing Ideas
Driving Continuous Improvement
Communicates Effectively

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Math, the Natural Sciences, or other quantitative field from an accredited university or related area; proven working experience may be used in lieu of degree

Required Certifications

Working Environment

Work is performed indoors & outdoors. Manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. Use of computing equipment, telephone, & printer/copier. Ability to travel to and from business related events. After hours work may be required.

Physical Demands

Indoor/Outdoor Environment

CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.


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