Utility Analyst

Phillips Edison & Company LTD; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Edison & Company is seeking an analytical professional to manage utility billing data, validate invoices, and maintain reporting dashboards. You will support stakeholders across Property Management and Accounting, ensure data integrity, and analyze consumption trends for cost optimization.

You will also contribute to annual sustainability reporting, assist with emissions data, and participate in cross-functional energy and water efficiency projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Data Science, Business Analytics, Economics, Mathematics, Sustainability, or a related analytical field.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, formulas, and large dataset management.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong customer service mindset and willingness to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Utility Billing & Data Management: Manage utility billing data, validate invoices, resolve discrepancies, maintain databases, and develop dashboards.
• Stakeholder Support & Customer Service: Be the main point of contact for utility queries and collaborate across departments.
• Sustainability Reporting & Analytics: Collect and analyze utility data for sustainability reporting and disclosures.
• Special Projects & Performance Analysis: Assist with M&V activities and cross-functional sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Data Science, Business Analytics, Economics, Mathematics, Sustainability, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Utility Billing & Data Management (Approximately 70%) Manage utility billing data across a diverse real estate portfolio. Review, validate, and analyze utility invoices for accuracy and completeness. Investigate billing discrepancies and coordinate with vendors, utility providers, Accounting, and Property Management to resolve issues. Maintain utility databases and ensure data integrity across reporting systems. Monitor utility consumption, costs, and trends to identify anomalies and opportunities for improved performance. Support utility rate analysis and evaluate rate structures to optimize utility expenditures. Develop recurring reports and dashboards related to utility usage and costs.
• Stakeholder Support & Customer Service (Approximately 10%) Serve as a primary point of contact for utility-related questions from Property Management and Accounting teams. Respond to inquiries regarding utility billing, account setup, service issues, and consumption trends. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve utility-related processes and workflows. Build strong working relationships with utility providers and third-party vendors.
• Sustainability Reporting & Analytics (Approximately 10%) Support annual sustainability reporting efforts by collecting, organizing, and analyzing utility consumption data. Assist with greenhouse gas emissions and resource consumption reporting. Contribute to internal and external sustainability disclosures and performance updates. Support data collection and validation for environmental and sustainability initiatives.
• Special Projects & Performance Analysis (Approximately 10%) Assist with measurement and verification (M&V) activities for energy and water efficiency projects. Support analysis of resource reduction initiatives and operational improvement projects. Participate in cross-functional projects involving energy, water, waste, and sustainability data. Conduct ad hoc analyses and research to support sustainability and operational objectives.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Data Science, Business Analytics, Economics, Mathematics, Sustainability, or a related analytical field.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, formulas, and large dataset management.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong customer service mindset and willingness to collaborate across departments.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with utility billing analysis, utility data management, or sustainability reporting.
• Familiarity with commercial real estate operations.
• Exposure to data visualization and reporting tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
• Understanding of accounting, budgeting, or financial analysis concepts.
• Coursework or experience related to energy management, utility systems, engineering, sustainability, or data analytics.

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Application Notice

Applications submitted prior to March 20, 2026 have been archived.

Employer Information

We have moved to a new careers site. We value your interest in Phillips Edison & Company and are excited to offer an enhanced experience through our new site. Phillips Edison & Company, Inc. (PECO) is one of the nation’s largest owners and operators of grocery-anchored shopping centers. Our diversified portfolio of well-occupied neighborhood shopping centers features a mix of national and regional retailers selling necessity-based goods and services in strong demographic markets throughout the United States. For 35 years our fully integrated operating platform of talented in-house professionals has provided hands-on, locally smart management, leasing and acquisition services. Designed to support the businesses operating at each center (who we call Neighbors), our goal is to provide the most effective array of goods and services to local consumers and offer a safe and welcoming shopping experience that contributes to, and enhances, the vitality of each neighborhood.