Business Analyst II

Eliassen Group; Plainfield (IN); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

401k with company matching

Life insurance

Job summary

Eliassen Group is seeking a Business Analyst II for a hybrid role in Plainfield, IN (3 days on-site). The analyst will investigate financial and project accounting exceptions, review estimates vs actuals, ensure ARC rule compliance, support project closeout, and collaborate with project controls, management, and engineering to drive corrective actions.

3–6 years of relevant experience, advanced Excel, ability to analyze large data sets, and strong communication are required.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of relevant professional experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with strong data analysis and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to interpret financial and project data and work with large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Investigate financial errors and exceptions from project systems.
• Analyze variances between estimated and actual project costs.
• Review project coding for ARC rule compliance.
• Prepare and process journal entries for corrections.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation of investigations and resolutions.
• Support project closeout activities and financial reconciliation.
• Communicate findings and corrective actions to stakeholders.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Investigative mindset

Analytical thinking

Large data sets

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

PowerPlan

Maximo

EcoSys

Job description

Description:

Hybrid 3 days on-site in Plainfield, IN

Our client seeks a Business Analyst II to investigate and resolve financial and project-related exceptions within utility asset and project accounting. The role evaluates discrepancies between estimates and actuals, reviews coding for compliance with ARC rules, supports project closeout activities, and partners with project controls, project management, and engineering to drive corrective actions. The analyst will manage an assigned portfolio, execute a monthly review cadence, prepare journals, and maintain documentation with an appropriate audit trail. The position requires advanced Excel skills, strong analytical capability, attention to detail, and an investigative mindset.

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $35.00 to $38.00/hr. w2

JN -112026-109420

Responsibilities:

• Investigate financial errors and exceptions from PowerPlan and related project accounting systems.
• Analyze variances between estimated and actual project costs and validate against thresholds.
• Research root causes of cost anomalies and accounting irregularities and recommend corrections.
• Review project coding and financial transactions for accuracy and compliance with ARC rules.
• Manage a recurring portfolio review and execute a defined monthly exception resolution cadence.
• Prioritize workload to meet business objectives and timelines.
• Partner with Project Controls, Project Managers, and Engineering to gather facts and resolve discrepancies.
• Communicate findings, recommendations, and corrective actions to stakeholders.
• Support project closeout activities, validate completion requirements, and assist with financial reconciliation.
• Prepare and process journal entries to correct identified financial issues.
• Maintain documentation of investigations, findings, resolutions, and audit support.

Experience Requirements:

• 3-6 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in financial analysis, project cost controls, project accounting, or related fields preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with strong data analysis and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to interpret financial and project-related information and work with large data sets.
• Knowledge of financial analysis, cost management, budgeting, and cost tracking principles.
• Ability to identify trends, discrepancies, and root causes in financial data.
• Strong organizational skills with independent workload management.
• Preferred exposure to PowerPlan, Maximo, or EcoSys; training will be provided as needed.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, attention to detail, and clear communication.

Education Requirements:

• Associate degree required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.