Billing Operations and Rates Analyst

Description

Central Coast Community Energy (3CE) is seeking a forward thinking, results-oriented Billing Operations and Rates Analyst to join our team! Apply immediately as this recruitment may close once a sufficient number of applications are received.

About the Position:
Under the direction of the Director of Finance, the Billing Operations and Rates Analyst is responsible for analyzing billing data, identifying discrepancies in external data manager and IOU data and billing operations, implementing process improvements, analyzing rates and tariffs, conducting financial and statistical analyses, and assisting with preparing reports to support regulatory filings and 3CE rates.

The Billing Operations and Rates Analyst will assist in performing analytical, rate-making, and regulatory filing reviews that affect the operations of the organization. The Billing Operations and Rates Analyst will provide support with presentations and will be responsible for tracking projects related to various billing operations, rate, and regulatory filings related to rate setting.

About us!
Central Coast Community Energy (3CE) is a Community Choice Aggregation agency established by local communities to source clean and renewable electricity for customers in Monterey, San Benito, Santa Cruz, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara counties. 3CEs board of directors represents local city and county governments throughout the Central Coast. 3CE is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions through local control of utility-scale renewable electricity generation provided at competitive rates and the implementation of innovative energy programs that facilitate the electrification of transportation and built environments. 3CE promotes long-term electric rate stability and energy security while reducing reliance on fossil fuels and stimulating the local economy. 3CE is dedicated to serving the unique needs of our diverse community and achieving economic and environmental benefits through the advancement of renewable energy.

Example of Duties

• Will assist with day-to-day interface and relationship management with 3CEs data manager, Calpine Energy Solutions, and Investor-owned Utilities (IOUs), Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) and Southern California Edison (SCE) analyzing complex billing and system data
• Review and validation of billing operations executed on 3CEs behalf by the data manager and the IOUs
• Support the internal rate-making processes, including but not limited to developing revenue requirements, cost of service studies, rate designs, and risk-based scenario analysis
• Perform detailed rate comparisons and pertinent analysis for customers
• Assist with developing models and tools to simulate the impact of different rate scenarios on revenue and customer bills
• Assist with updating and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) for billing processes
• Assist in internal and external audits by providing necessary data and documentation
• Make presentations before regulatory agencies and the public as needed
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Typical Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of utility rate design and rate structures
• Billing data reporting and analytics
• Accounting principles and cost accounting procedures
• Intermediate knowledge and skills in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills
• Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment

Ability to:

• Research, analyze and interpret complex data; reach conclusions and make recommendations
• Define problem areas and evaluate, recommend, and implement alternative solutions to complex issues and problems
• Write concise and accurate reports
• Be detail oriented and manage multiple projects
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Work independently
• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging issues related to utility rates and regulation
• To work effectively in stressful situations involving tight deadlines.
• Deal tactfully and maintain effective working relations with various levels of staff, the public, civic organizations, and representatives from government, industry, media, and other agencies
• Promote teamwork, a positive work environment, and collaborative problem solving
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.

Education and Experience

Education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible work experience in retail energy or utility finance and billing operations.

Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements:
License: Possession of a valid California Class C drivers license.

Additional Requirements: This position may involve working nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Additionally, occasional overnight travel may be required.

Highly Desirable:
Skills in database languages such as SQL, R, Python and other related applications, as well as analytics/business intelligence platforms such as PowerBI and Tableau.

Supplemental Information

3CE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS RECRUITMENT AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICANTS.

HYBRYID WORK SCHEDULE AS DESIGNATED BY CEO:
Current remote workdays are scheduled on Monday’s and Thursday’s OR employees may elect to work a 9/80 work schedule with alternating Friday’s or Mondays off.

BENEFITS: 3CE offers a competitive benefits structure to its full-time employees.
RETIREMENT– Employees contribute 10% of their salary on a pre-tax basis towards the PARS retirement system. Employer contributes 10% towards PARS.
HEALTH INSURANCE– 3CE pays $1600.00 towards employee and family medical, dental, and vision. 3CE contributes up to $2400 annually towards flexible spending benefits and $3600.00 towards HRA.
HEALTH & WELLNESS– 3CE contributes $1,000 per fiscal year for health, wellness and EV reimbursement.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION– 3CE offers 457 deferred compensations.
PTO– Accrued by tenure. 160 hours cap.
CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE– This position is eligible for a cell phone allowance of $50.00 monthly.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter via www.governmentjobs.com. Candidates who fail to submit a complete application packet by the filing deadline will not be considered or move forward in the selection process.

3CE is not responsible for the failure of internet forms and/or email transmission in submitting your application packet.

Candidates who require special accommodations in any phase of the selection process should notify Alicia Hicks, Director of Human Resources and Administrative Services via email at [email protected]