For the given job description <<Primary PurposeThe JPI Group is seeking a Business Analyst (BA) to join our rapidly growing team. The successful candidate will provide analytical support for our utility-led energy efficiency incentive programs by collecting, analyzing, and reporting program data. This role will also serve as the programs point of contact with IT Teams to manage, improve and test program databases.
Tasks May IncludeCompile and analyze program and project level data such as energy savings, incentives, and application statusDevelop and run reports, processes, graphs, and dashboards to track key program performance metrics, including forecasting energy savings, tracking budgets and client invoicesDevelop, streamline, document, and automate program processesUtilize group-wide and ad hoc databases for analysis and reportingPerform a critical analysis of program data to identify operational and data anomalies and exceptionsQuickly translate data and accompanying analysis into internal, client, and management presentationsManage and perform quality control on reports and analysesManage backend processes to provide cadence reporting to the client and in-house finance and accounting teamsNotify manager of projected anomaliesPrepare backend data to make ready for other parties to processFollow and enforce QAQC processesAssist with trade ally managementDocument role to ensure continuity of workManage small initiatives to completionContinuous improvement of backend tools and client deliverablesOther tasks as neededWhat were askingBachelors degree in the analytic discipline.Three to Five years of experience compiling and analyzing data and producing data-intensive reportsHigh attention to detail and reporting precisionUnderstanding of and management within large utility-client bureaucraciesA proven and demonstrable grasp of data analysis tools such as Power BI, Oracle, SQL Server, Excel or equivalentHigh Degree of Proficiency with Excel inclusive of Pivot Tables, Data Management Tools, and advanced formulas and functionsDemonstrated analytical abilities to develop and implement resolutions for business challenges and issues.Willingness and ability to travel, via airplane, as required up to approximately 10% of the year.Preferred SkillsFive to Eight Years of energy efficiency experiencePrior experience in market research inclusive of market analysis, market assessment, and market segmentationFamiliarity with energy savings analysis and modeling toolsProficiency in and understanding of accounting concepts (invoicing, accruals, forecasting, etc.)Familiarity with data reconciliation applications (e.g. month-end accounting reconciliations, accruals, inventory reconciliations, etc.)Excellent oral and written communications skillsPrior participation in complex database management system projects. Experience with JIRA is desiredPrior project experience in data mining andor analytics initiativesPro-active approach to the analytical tool and analytical model developmentPositive, collaborative, and team-oriented attitudePassion for energy and sustainability>> the resume: <<Career FocusExperienced professional with strong leadership and relationship-building skills.Remains calm and poised even in high-pressure situations. Leverages in-depth knowledge of industry trends and shifts to offer valuable insights on opportunities for new growth and expansion. Successful in building and motivating dynamic teams, both Exempt and Non-Exempt.
Summary of SkillsOperations managementStaff developmentChange managementSupervision and trainingComplex problem solvingProductivity improvement specialistMicrosoft Office Suite expertProcess improvement strategiesTeam buildingProcedure development
Professional Experience02/2016toCurrentLoan Processor (Data Entry)National Church Residences–Niagara Falls,NY,Returned to workforce in a production role and immediately received recommendations to begin management training classes and selected for NMLS Licensing.Currently responsible for a mixed FHA/VA streamline refinance pipeline.Pre-screening file for completed documents communicating with borrowers, title companies and insurance agencies.Consistently in the Top 10 for fundings and files submitted.Helping to train new hires.04/2016to01/2016Sales Zone ManagerPERCEPTA–City,STATE,Owned by Ford Motor Company.Remotely managed a zone of 39 dealerships out of the Pittsburgh, PA area.Responsible for guiding zone toward meeting sales objectives by keeping stores advised of sales results, aged inventory, contests and incentives.Managed and maintained each store's inventory through monthly wholesale events.Advised dealer principals on key areas of business: sales, inventory, and customer satisfaction.Created and presented Seminars and drove zone attendance to them.Engaged stores to follow Ford suggested programs.Escalated dealer concerns when necessary.01/2013to01/2014Closing ManagerWINGSPAN PORTFOLIO ADVISORS–City,STATE,Transitioned to Wingspan following sale of building operations by Chase.Continued to recruit, train and supervise 20+ data entry reps and Ops Supervisors while serving as a member of Melbourne Office leadership team attempting to solve remaining inherited transition issues within the building such as shift differences, HR challenges and timekeeping/billing/attendance concerns.Contract with Chase ended 2/28/14 and no new additional work was brought into building so department was eliminated.Melbourne ranked #1 overall out of three sites for production and quality results 8 out of 12 months.Site production totals ranged from a low of 2,500 files/mo sent to fulfillment to a high of 8,000/mo. Site avg-4,000/moSite quality avg of 98% exceeded expectation of 95%-97%.Retained #1 ranking during initial transition stage even while losing employees due to transition fears.Managed payroll, scheduling, training, reporting and served as HR Point-of-Contact10/2008to01/2013Various Positions HeldCHASE–City,STATE,Advanced to increasingly responsible positions, culminating in co-management role with operations oversight over an 80+ member department.Directed 40+ employees while responsible for daily operations including production, quality, reporting, budgeting, process improvement, risk analysis, capacity planning and LOB representative on project calls.Ensured teams complied with regulatory guidelines.Assisted in start up of REO quality department providing feedback on company database, creating operating instructions and procedures, hiring and training of staff.Mortgage underwriter known for strengths in risk assessment, income/credit analysis and documentation review.Served as Ops Supervisor for new Closing department investor team.Reduced backlog of aged files by 64% in first 45 days while leading team to number one ranking out of 16 teams for three consecutive months.Promoted to Ops Manager in less than 8 months and assisted in overall department growth from 3,000 closings per month to a high of 12,000 during tenure.1997to2008Various Positions HeldWORLD SAVINGS/WACHOVIA–City,STATE,Began career as ABM for second busiest bank branch in NJ after completing Management Trainee program in less than 8 months.Responsible for all branch functions and backup for Branch Manager.Moved to support staff for mortgage side managing loan processors and office staff while completing UW pipeline.Helped to design and start Northeast Internet UW Division before promotion to Risk Auditor.Required to analyze and recognize complex loan problems such as guideline and documentation exceptions, and recommend solutions in written and oral form.Served one year as a coordinator for two other auditors in my territory and assisted them with their research and report writing.
EducationExpected in1991totoBachelor of Arts:JournalismLOCK HAVEN UNIVERSITY-Lock Haven,PAGPA:Journalism Completed numerous internal required courses and seminars in management including Coaching and Counseling, SMART goals, change management.
SkillsExperience with Lakewood, Fiserv, MSP, Mainframe, LPS Desktop and various imaging systems. Familiar with Oracle, Kronos, PeopleSoft, ADP and Paychex systems.  Over 10 years’ experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).>>. The result is, No Fit

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