Job Description

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Water Utility Support Analyst interfaces with various internal departments and must work exceptionally well with employees of all levels. The person in this position is responsible for embracing and utilizing available technology as communication and data gathering tools in
performing routine and complex duties for the Planning and Analysis team. Core responsibilities include the following:

• Assist in the preparation of annual capital and expense budget-related functions and ensures the integrity of budget information are entered in the system accurately as approved by theBoard
• Coordinates blanket capital projects activities with various Operations Superintendents, Engineers and field staffs.
• Initiates and prepares blanket capital work order package and preliminary cost estimates
• Prepares periodic fluctuation variance analysis report on changes in the capital budgets for Operations groups and perform necessary budget substitutions.
• Reviews completeness and accuracy of job closing package information.
• Performs cost and budget analysis of projects and ensures that all documentation, analysis, authorization, etc. for all phases of projects are complete and proper.
• Analyzes transactions, understands and explains variances, and proactively identifies potential problems and solutions.Ability to recognize unusual transactions, trends, or variations and communicate findings to supervisor.
• Work closely with various Operations groups to obtain engineering As-built details and identifies installed and retired facilities.
• Prepares project status reports and project schedules.
• Develops and produces various Power Plant queries as assigned.
• Assist in the identification of other relevant issues within the department and participate in the creation of innovative solutions and/or the implementation of new procedures.
• Provides support in District Invoicing preparations for property damages and other related claims and reimbursements.
• Ensuring department processes are properly documented and followed, and ensuring policies and procedures are in compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.
• Provides assistance with coordination, development and maintenance of General Rate Case studies, data requests, rate comparisons and other assistance as needed.
• Performs/prepares various other special projects analyses and periodic reports as directed.
• Ensures all related processes are in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes Oxley requirements in accordance with the Uniform System of Accounting for water utilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or business preferred.
• At least three years accounting, project management or closely related experience.
• Experience with JD Edwards and PowerPlan accounting software preferred or any other project management software.
• Ability to read and analyze financial reports and present information and respond to questions from internal/external auditors.
• Demonstrated critical thinking capacity and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Attention to detail and accuracy is required
• Independently manage multiple tasks, projects, works well under pressure and ability to prioritize
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with data query/data management tools extremely helpful (Access, SQL, Business Objects)
• Ability to effectively communicate and establish working relationships with other departments and personnel.

Company Description

We're not just a staffing company - we're a people company. At Amtec, we care about helping you reach your unique career goals. Since 1959, we’ve changed the lives of thousands of people for the better - people just like you. It’s our purpose to help you find meaningful work by matching your character, competence, and culture with an organization that truly values what you have to offer.

Company Description

We're not just a staffing company - we're a people company. At Amtec, we care about helping you reach your unique career goals. Since 1959, we’ve changed the lives of thousands of people for the better - people just like you. It’s our purpose to help you find meaningful work by matching your character, competence, and culture with an organization that truly values what you have to offer.