Business Support Specialist - Customer Operations (Newark, NJ, US) - PSEG
Newark, NJ
About the Job
Requisition: 80289
PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.
Salary Range: $ 75,000 - $ 118,700
Incentive: PIP 10%
Work Location Category: Hybrid
PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.
We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer a retirement program, 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year.
PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.
Job Summary
Gain knowledge and experience through a variety of structured and supervised assignments, augmented by appropriate training. Customer Care Billing Operations is responsible for maintaining customer accounts and ensuring accurate and timely billing of PSE&G’s utility customers. The Power Billing team supports Billing Operations by managing the billing of large commercial and industrial customer accounts. The position is assigned a primary location in Newark, NJ and at times requires travel to other company locations (usually Bordentown, Edison, or Springfield, NJ) and the successful candidate must be flexible with their work schedule.
Job Responsibilities
Prepare reports (daily, monthly, annually, and adhoc). Actively participate in problem-solving initiatives to determine root cause, gap analysis, along with the development and implementation of process improvement recommendations. Supporting IT projects or cross-functional teams. Identifying business requirements and developing test scenarios for SAP system fixes and enhancements ensuring functional requirements are met. Conducting user acceptance testing, documenting test results, assisting with deployment of operational and communication plans. Provide timely feedback to determine effectiveness of implemented solutions and take corrective action as required. Data extraction; technical/financial review and analysis; compiling, monitoring, and analyzing performance metrics toward achievement of scorecard targets. Investigate client/customer concerns, issues, and problems to determine root causes. Respond to customer concerns in a timely and effective manner – resolve escalated customer complaints including compiling account statements. Maintain and apply working knowledge of PSEG Standards for Business Controls and meet management’s expectations for effective internal business controls. Drive operational results working closely with the Billing Management team. Provide technical expertise and support to process owners. Drive efficiency and process improvement, utilizing leadership skills, data analysis and strong understanding of the business strategies. Foster the refinement, understanding and enhanced utilization of process measures and benchmarking. Understand & maintain Sarbanes Oxley controls. Assist with supervisory tasks.
Job Specific Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field plus 3 years of related experience. In lieu of a degree, 7 years of job-related experience
- Demonstrated experience and high proficiency in Excel and databases as well as Microsoft Office applications
- Demonstrated organization skills; ability to build and maintain effective partnerships within and across organizations.
- Demonstrated analytical, attention to detail, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in SAP-CCS or other similar customer database(s)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Desired:
- Project management experience
- Experience working on IT Projects or system enhancements
- Benchmarking experience
- Demonstrated skill in implementing process improvements
- Experienced in creating process documentation
- Visual Basic experience
- Demonstrated experience in MS Tableau, MS Access, SharePoint, and SQL
- Knowledge and understanding of PSE&G’s Electric and Gas Tariffs
- Knowledge and understanding of meter-to-cash process
- Demonstrated advanced strategic thinking, interpersonal, and leadership skills
- Ability to lead a small team
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