Nexant is a provider of intelligent grid software and clean energy solutions-pioneering, developing, and advancing electric power grid and alternative energy technologies and services. Our exclusive focus on energy, combined with our well-respected and experienced professionals, proven technology, and proprietary industry information, has earned us distinctive brand recognition and a reputation as a top energy solutions company.

Nexant is an independent company formed on January 1, 2000 by a core group of energy consulting and advanced energy technology units of Bechtel Group, Inc. Since that date, we have added expertise through the strategic acquisition of eight energy technology companies and organically hiring only the best in our field. Our seasoned professionals have completed over 2,900 assignments in more than 100 countries. We have headquarters in San Francisco and Foster City, CA, with 30+ corporate, representative, and project offices in the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. We have been profitable since day one with significant growth rates.

Our detailed understanding of the physical behavior and constraints of the power system is embedded in our grid and market operations software. We offer an integrated line of software solutions that addresses all facets of energy markets, from centralized wholesale markets to independent energy retailers and aggregators. Growing trends such as dynamic pricing and demand side management are emphasized. Our domain dominance within the energy value chain and integrated expertise in the market with proprietary technologies makes us a clear leader in our space.

We also provide advisory services for developing and commercializing advanced clean energy technologies as well as supplying technical, operational, and strategic consulting to oil, gas, and chemical majors, energy resource companies, technology owners, governments, and investors. In addition, Nexant is a national leader in the innovative design, implementation, and evaluation of many of the largest commercial, industrial, and residential energy efficiency incentive and demand side management programs in the United States.

Our current investors include TeleSoft Partners, Oak Investment Partners, The Beacon Group, Intel Capital, Nth Power, Morgan Stanley Global Energy Group, Frog and Peach, and Symphony Technology Group, as well as Nexant management and staff. We recently secured another round of funding of $50 million that will help us achieve the rapid growth potential of our company.

Are you interested in having a real impact and helping to change the world? Then join us!

About the Job

The Business Analyst works in a small global IT team, but reports directly to the Sr. Director of IT at Nexant. The successful candidate must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team comfortably. This is a unique opportunity to not only monitor and ensure the processes are adhered to, but also be part of the team that defines and implements them.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Business Analyst – BA is often the first ambassador of IT to Nexant’s internal Business Units, Auditors, Vendors, and occasionally the End-Customers. Qualified applicants must have strong written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational abilities with an attention to details. This role is primarily a Business Process Analyst, who is responsible for synthesizing the written and verbal knowledge of the business users and technical teams in order to form an accurate model of the Business Systems. Deep understanding of our IT’s roadmap and strategy is a necessity and will be coached. The successful candidate will be influential in the revisions to our strategy. BA is also responsible for producing and maintaining project documentation, including meeting minutes, business rules, flowcharts, business and technical requirements. A strong hands-on knowledge and understanding of our Business Application Systems is of course the starting point and a prerequisite.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Financial Systems and environment such as such as ERP, CRM, BI, DMS, Content Mng * 4 years or more.
• Experience with formal Project management methodologies and tools. E.g. Prince II or Agile.
• Knowledge of the Federal government education environment is an advantage.
• Experience with formal Development methodologies such as SDLC.
• Knowledge/experience working on some the Governance and regulatory requirements is a distinct advantage. (e.g. SOX404, SAS70, ISAE 3402, SSAE 16)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to comprehend database methodologies
• Familiarity with Application Support for Consulting and/or Software Development is also an advantage.
• Keep smiling and maintain a professional attitude under pressure.

Salary and Benefits (U.S.)

Nexant offers competitive salaries based on candidate’s qualifications. Nexant also offers three weeks paid vacation per year, eleven paid holidays per year, a 401(k) plan with employee matching funds and an overall comprehensive benefits package.

Nexant, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages workforce diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Interested applicants should apply to the following link:

https://nexant.hodesiq.com/job_detail.asp?jobid=2828927

To learn more about Nexant and for a list of all current employment opportunities, please visit www.nexant.com.

Nexant, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages workforce diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Hiring Organization: www.nexant.com

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