Pricing & COS Analyst

Pricing & COS Analyst location: PORTLAND, OR, US, 97232 Company:
Pacifi Corp Power Your Greatness Pacifi Corp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability, inclusion and belonging. General Purpose Join a team that helps shape the future of energy pricing and regulatory strategy! As a Pricing & Cost of Service Analyst, you will conduct in-depth analyses of utility rates, pricing structures, and cost-of-service data to support informed business and regulatory decisions.

This role is responsible for developing cost-of-service studies, evaluating rate design and rate spread alternatives, and preparing proposals to revise retail electric prices. Leveraging data-driven insights, you will perform feasibility studies, cost-benefit assessments, revenue analyses, forecasting, and trend evaluations, while partnering with internal stakeholders to develop recommendations that balance customer impacts, regulatory requirements, and business objectives. The position offers a unique opportunity to influence pricing strategies and contribute to the delivery of safe, reliable, and affordable energy services.

Responsibilities Conduct analysis related to cost of service, design of retail electric prices, rate spread, special contract analysis, revenue normalization, rate analysis, and reporting. Draft testimony, exhibits and tariff changes to be filed with state regulatory commissions and provide analytical support. Present analysis and provide alternatives and recommendations to department management and influence decisions regarding regulatory policies and strategies. Prepare and respond to requests for rates and rate comparisons.

Gather, analyze, and interpret data for trends, forecasts, and modeling. Interpret rules and regulatory orders to internal parties. As assigned, oversee the work of associate analysts. This role provides support to the following positions:
Senior Pricing & Cost of Service Analysts and Specialists;
Director of Pricing, Cost of Service & Regulatory Operations;
Directo of Regulatory Affairs – PP;
Regulatory Managers;
Customer Service and Community Relations Personnel Requirements Bachelor’s degree in economics, mathematics, business, accounting, or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree preferred. A minimum of three years of regulatory experience. Data gathering, analysis, interpretation, trending, forecasting, and modeling. Knowledge of applicable Company policies and procedures; applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations.

Proficient with the use of personal computers including spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications to gather, analyze, and model information. Communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult with internal and external customers regarding matters/issues which may be sensitive in nature. Ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with different styles and backgrounds and ability to work as a member of a team.

Ability to present alternatives and recommendations. Ability to prioritize and coordinate projects and be accountable for project outcomes. Understanding of utility economics.

Experience with Cognos and advanced Microsoft Excel.

Experience with Visual Basic preferred. Travel may be required. Benefits At Pacifi Corp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle Our Benefits include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, Pacifi Corp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, Pacifi Corp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute. Life insurance Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance…