Seattle Public Utilities ยท 7 hours ago
Utility Rate Analyst
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$54.01/hr - $62.90/hr
2+ years expSeattle Public Utilities is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Utility Rate Analyst, providing critical support to the Rates and Financial Planning Team. The role involves developing analyses related to utility programs, financial models, and reporting requirements to ensure compliance with municipal regulations.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Query, aggregate and analyze data from a variety of sources relating to solid waste, water, wastewater and drainage services
Monitor, create reports, and provide analysis related to low-income programs, including the utility discount program
Support the development of utility rate studies and financial models
Coordinate loan applications and ongoing administration
Support development of programs related to rate design
Manage sub-components of projects to support discrete operational and/or policy-related needs, as directed by utility fund leads
Conduct research and analysis relating to financial, policy or operational concerns, including projections of costs for grant or loan applications or management analysis
Enhance procedures and processes to ensure efficiency and compatibility with frequently changing grant reporting requirements
Review and support of Fiscal Notes
Complete and submit annual industry surveys
Work effectively within a multicultural workforce serving a diverse customer base
Qualification
Required
Two (2) years professional experience in finance, the fields of economics, financial research or analysis, policy research or analysis, or other comparable data or business-related analytical work experience
A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Economics or other field involving extensive course work in economic and/or financial theory and/or analysis OR four (4) additional years of relevant experience
The year of graduate study may be replaced by two years of related professional experience
Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability
Preferred
High level of competence in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience working with databases, including developing queries, analyses and summaries in programs such as SQL, Tableau, Power BI, and GIS-related programs
Experience in financial analysis and forecasting
Experience coordinating and managing projects spanning multiple work groups
Public sector bond, loan, or grant management experience
Experience in developing and applying a variety of analytic and modeling methods to different problems
Ability to identify information requirements for completing a task and willingness to seek out related information sources
Knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial statements and reporting
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
Self-starter with demonstrated ability to accomplish work tasks independently, but in close coordination with a team
Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects
Ability to apply knowledge of multidisciplinary business principles and practices to achieve successful outcomes in cross-functional projects and activities
Comfortable working with ambiguity
Ability to work within the organizational framework of SPU Workplace Expectations including our values on Safety, Respect, Diversity, Trust, Humor, Productivity, Integrity, Innovation, Partnership and Accountability
Ability to communicate effectively within a multicultural workforce serving a diverse customer base
Benefits
Vacation
Holiday
Sick leave
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents
Company
Seattle Public Utilities
We foster healthy people, the environment, and the economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Frana Milan
Strategic Funding and Partnerships Advisor
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