Operations Control Analyst
ACCIONA · Illinois, Estados Unidos
ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.
ACCIONA Energía is looking for an Operations Control Analyst to support operational expense management and financial performance across our U.S. and Canadian operations. This position plays an important role in monitoring operating expenses (OPEX), capital expenditures (CAPEX), and operational KPIs, including production and availability, to identify variances, assess risks, and support performance improvement initiatives. The role works closely with site teams and cross-functional stakeholders to support budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cost control.
The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of accounting principles.
This role reports to the Manager of Business Analytics and works closely with all sites on a regular basis to provide support and advise on the daily activities of Costs and Operations KPI’s.
Job Description
- Collect, consolidate, and validate financial and operational data from reporting systems and site teams to monitor OPEX, CAPEX, production, and availability.
- Analyze operating expenses against budgets and forecasts to identify spending trends, significant variances, and potential cost overruns across U.S. and Canadian projects.
- Support annual budgeting and monthly and quarterly forecasting by gathering stakeholder input and analyzing actual expenses, historical trends, and operational performance.
- Monitor production and availability against established targets, identify performance deviations and operational risks, and follow up with site teams on corrective actions and progress.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly reports on financial performance, budget variances, operational KPIs, and key trends to support management decision-making.
- Review site-level reporting to ensure data accuracy, consistent KPI calculations, and alignment with established reporting tools and processes.
- Communicate key findings, performance gaps, and recommendations to management and site teams, including opportunities to reduce operating costs and improve resource allocation.
- Provide ad-hoc financial and operational analysis to investigate unexpected expenses, KPI deviations, and other performance concerns.
- Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Operations, and Procurement to validate cost data and maintain consistency across financial and operational reporting.
- Develop and improve reporting tools, templates, and analysis processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and visibility into operational performance.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 1–2 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or a related role.
- Experience with OPEX management or financial analysis in an operational environment.
- Working knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, and contract implementation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial software; experience with ERP systems is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally at least 20%.
Pay & Benefits:
- Base Pay: $65,000 - $85,000 (based on experience and skillset)
- 10% Annual Performance Bonus (based on individual performance and company metrics)
- Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options.
- Benefits after 90 days: 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting, life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and other optional plans.
- 15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays.
- $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment.
As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.