Business And Data Analyst

Summary

Join Celerity Consulting Group, LLC as an Associate Consultant and support a team on information management projects within the Utilities industry. This remote-eligible position offers opportunities to develop consulting, data analysis, and communication skills. You will work directly under a Consultant and Senior Consultant, executing information-intensive activities. Candidates in Northern California are prioritized, and travel to client sites may be required. The role involves data analysis, document management, and client interaction. This entry-level position is ideal for business and data analysts seeking to enhance their skillset within a consulting environment.

Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated capability with analytical thinking
• Professional and mature appearance and attitude
• Ability to drive oneself to any assigned Northern California location

Responsibilities

• Support senior team members, primarily Consultants and Senior Consultants
• Train and manage clerical staff and temporary personnel, as needed
• Plan and monitor owned tasks, including: Define task work steps, including milestones/deliverables, resources needed, quality control checkpoints, and due dates
• Report on progress and advise in advance if there are any issues
• Perform detailed analytical tasks, such as: Review business and technical documents, online or in hard copy, to capture key data
• Perform searches using document database software
• Perform data entry; scan and copy documents, as needed
• Maintain tracking logs for data and documents from point of collection to return/delivery
• Manipulate, validate, and format data in Excel or Access (see below for technical requirements)
• Perform spreadsheet analyses, and summarize and report on results of analyses
• Follow data processing specifications (typically related to eDiscovery projects)
• Perform project administrative tasks utilizing existing documentation standards, such as: Draft correspondence (internal and external)
• Monitor the schedule of project tasks and report status to supervisor
• Maintain and organize project documentation, such as correspondence, reports, and logs
• Take notes at all meetings and distribute to team, as needed
• Demonstrate aptitude for information management and analytical competencies, such as: Database concepts and Celerity’s database solutions
• Data processing activities such as file loading, data normalization, and data validation
• Spreadsheet analyses; tracking log creation and management; other tasks outlined in technical requirements below
• Information presentation in a clear and concise format, utilizing Celerity tools and templates
• Develop other Celerity competencies and soft-skills as outlined in the Consultant Development Framework , with emphasis on: Quality Assurance and Quality Control . Take ownership of work-product, ensuring it is error-free and properly formatted
• Leadership and Teambuilding. Motivated self-starter; conduct self professionally and respectfully; look for increasing responsibility as appropriate; work independently, while showing team support
• Critical Thinking . Ask well-considered questions in advance of executing a task; step back to identify insights/discover patterns; put forth ideas to improve processes or analyses
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills. Engage in active listening; compose clear and timely written communication
• Demonstrate the follow technical skills: Microsoft Word Edit templates to create letters, meeting agendas, and meeting minutes while adhering to Celerity standards; understand basic features (e.g. font styles, alignment, headers, footers, etc.)
• Make updates to more complex documents; become familiar with styles, outlining, sections, and other helpful features
• Microsoft Excel Format and update tracking logs and data summaries using Celerity standards
• Microsoft Access/Database Fundamentals Understand what a database is, including the concept of tables, field specifications, upload files, data normalization, and data validation

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in business, information management or similar from an accredited institution
• One year of experience in a client facing and/or customer service role
• Experience in the Gas & Utility Industry is a plus
• Must have the ability to travel to and from assigned locations in Northern California
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Proven database skills and experience (SAP preferred)
• Intermediate level skills in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent organizational skills
• A professional demeanor and effective communication skills
• Must be detail-oriented and possess strong analytical and/or critical thinking skills
• Ability to work well with a team or as an individual contributor
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Ability to move and/or carry boxes up to 40 pounds with or without assistance
• This position may navigate thought tight spaces and steep stairways
• Incumbents in this position frequently communicate with staff/clients who have inquires on project status; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as a mouse, keyboard, scanner, copier, and calculator
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and industry advancements
• Flexibility to work on diverse projects with various utility clients
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance (STD/LTD)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Basic Life/AD&D
• 401(k) plan + matching
• Paid Time Off
• Company Holidays
• Leave of Absence
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Employee Referral Program
• Professional Development
• Charitable Contribution Match