Analyst, Central Services - DSM Contracts

Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO); Toronto; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is seeking an Analyst, Central Services in Toronto to support contracts, procurement, settlements, and financial operations enabling Ontario’s energy conservation initiatives.

You will combine analytical expertise with operational excellence and collaborate across teams to drive value, accountability, and improvement in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills with data interpretation ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Tableau experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and guidance to Central Services team members.
• Recommend and support process improvements to increase efficiency and ratepayer value.
• Maintain awareness of current and future Demand Side Management (DSM) activities and collaborate across teams to implement enhancements.
• Demonstrate IESO values and DSM culture through a positive, flexible, high-performance approach and strong working relationships.
• Support settlement, procurement, contract management, and related administrative activities, including tracking contract milestones, performing account reconciliations, quarterly forecasts, and reporting.
• Provide contract management support and expertise and support the development and maintenance of DSM procurement plans.
• Administer contract records, official communications, and documentation in accordance with established processes.
• Support projects, operational processes, inquiries, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement, contracts, and settlements.
• Prepare reports, presentations, approvals, summaries, and other documentation as required.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable IESO policies and procedures.
• Monitor contract compliance, spending, budget commitments, and settlements to ensure alignment with approved plans and budgets.
• Support financial reporting, variance analysis, audits, and the maintenance of accurate budget and settlement records.
• Process invoice payments, and purchase orders in accordance with contract terms and applicable systems.
• Support access to financial information, budget management activities, and the enhancement of related tools and systems.
• Review and apply contract terms, policies, and procedures when evaluating amendments and negotiations.
• Deliver customer-focused contract administration by consistently and fairly applying contract terms and requirements.
• Address contract and payment concerns promptly while fostering positive relationships with counterparties, partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Legal, Finance, and IT teams to meet contractual, financial, and information needs in a timely and professional manner.
• Adhere to internal customer service policies.
• Perform Other Duties As Required.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Communication

Tools

Tableau

Job description

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is seeking an Analyst, Central Services in Toronto to support contracts, procurement, settlements, and financial operations enabling Ontario’s energy conservation initiatives.

You will combine analytical expertise with operational excellence and collaborate across teams to drive value, accountability, and improvement in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.