Bureau Analyst

Utility People; Newton le Willows; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy consultancy is looking for a Bureau Analyst to handle bill validation, reporting on energy bills, and reconciliation with suppliers. The ideal candidate will have experience in the energy sector and strong Excel skills. Responsibilities include data collection, issue resolution, and report generation, making this a pivotal role within the team.

Qualifications

• Experience in bill validation and reconciliation within the energy sector.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely data collection from suppliers.
• Resolve supplier objections and invoice issues.
• Manage supplier invoice collection efficiently.
• Collaborate with internal teams to complete data gaps.
• Generate weekly and monthly reports.

Skills

Experience in the energy sector

Bill validation

Reporting

Reconciliation

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Intermediate Excel skills

Tools

Optima software

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Summary:

Our client, a leading energy consultancy, is looking for a Bureau Analyst to join their team. As the Bureau Analyst, you will be responsible for bill validation, reporting on client’s energy bills, and reconciling statements with energy suppliers. If you have experience in the energy sector, particularly in bill and invoice validation, energy reporting, and reconciliation, and possess intermediate Excel skills, apply today!

Key responsibilities for the Bureau Analyst:

1. Ensure timely data collection from suppliers and/or DADCs
2. Resolve supplier objections and invoice issues
3. Manage supplier invoice collection efficiently
4. Process Change of Tenancy (COT) requests
5. Maintain up-to-date LOAs for all DCs
6. Set up new clients on the internal platform
7. Administer client portfolios within the validation system
8. Collaborate with internal teams and clients to complete data gaps
9. Generate weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reports
10. Raise and resolve invoice queries with suppliers
11. Monitor SLAs and meet client deadlines
12. Support Account Managers during client meetings
13. Prioritise and address disconnection notices promptly
14. Assist Carbon and Water teams as needed

Skills and experience required for the Bureau Analyst:

1. Experience in the energy sector, including bill validation, reporting, and reconciliation
2. Background in energy consultancy, brokerage, or with a supplier
3. Familiarity with Optima software (preferred but not essential)
4. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills
5. Effective communicator with negotiation experience
6. Detail-oriented and able to work independently
7. Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
8. Confident in engaging with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders