Business Support Analyst / Data Analyst
- Naperville, IL
- $35.00-45.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Reporting: Prepares monthly financial reports, variance analyses, and clear explanations of key drivers.
- Planning: Maintains the 10-year capital plan and develops procedures for capital budgeting, prioritization, and reporting.
- Analysis: Delivers ad-hoc financial reports; researches expenditures; identifies trends and variances; and prepares comparisons and forecasts.
- Visualization: Creates clear, visually effective presentations of financial data for stakeholders.
- Compliance: Supports regulatory filings, commitments, and reporting requirements.
- Systems: Assists with financial system upgrades and enhancements.
- Collaboration: Provides backup support to the Sr. Analyst on project and financial control initiatives.
- Education: BA/BS/BBA in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, Engineering, or related field.
- Certification: AACE, CPA, CMA, CISA, CFE, or similar recognized credential.
- Experience: 3+ years in finance, accounting, audit, or project controls; energy sector experience preferred (natural gas/pipelines, storage, or plant development).
- Technical Skills: Proficient in Oracle ERP, Power BI, PowerPlan or UI Planner; advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills, especially Excel.
- Financial Expertise: Strong knowledge of reporting, modeling, forecasting, and accounting fundamentals.
- Organizational Skills: Effective planning, prioritization, and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication across all organizational levels.
- Flexibility: Able to maintain accuracy under tight deadlines; willing to work extended hours during critical periods.