Strategic Analytics Advisor, Utilities

Jobtailor; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 97,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a strategic analytics professional to lead and translate Utilities-focused objectives into measurable initiatives and dashboards. You will drive cross-functional alignment, analyze performance trends, and support budgeting, forecasting, and business case development in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, excellent communication, and experience with BI tools like Power BI or Tableau.

Qualifications

• 2–7 years of experience in strategy, analytics, management consulting, corporate planning, utility operations, finance, or a related field
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with large, complex datasets and translating findings into practical business recommendations
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly
• Experience in the utility, energy, infrastructure, or other regulated industries preferred
• Experience using Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence and dashboarding tools preferred
• MBA, CFA, or another relevant professional designation preferred

Responsibilities

• Support the annual and multi-year strategic planning process for the Utilities business
• Translate business objectives into measurable goals, initiatives, and performance metrics
• Monitor progress against strategic priorities and identify areas requiring attention or intervention
• Help communicate strategic priorities and drive alignment across the organization
• Analyze business, customer, operational, regulatory, and financial performance trends
• Conduct in-depth analyses to uncover root causes, identify opportunities, and evaluate emerging risks
• Develop recommendations and mitigation strategies to support business decisions
• Support scenario planning, forecasting, and business case development
• Build and maintain executive, business unit, and functional performance dashboards
• Monitor leading and lagging indicators to support informed decision-making
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate reporting processes
• Prepare executive-ready presentations, reporting, and strategic recommendations
• Partner closely with Finance, Operations, Regulatory, Customer Experience, Growth, and other key stakeholders
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives that advance Utilities business objectives

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

CFA

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Dashboarding tools

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a strategic analytics professional to lead and translate Utilities-focused objectives into measurable initiatives and dashboards. You will drive cross-functional alignment, analyze performance trends, and support budgeting, forecasting, and business case development in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, excellent communication, and experience with BI tools like Power BI or Tableau.