Business Data Analyst I

MELE Associates, Inc. is seeking to add an experienced Business Data Analyst I team member to support the Department of Energy (DOE) State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP).  The Business Data Analyst I position is located at the Department of Energy Forrestal Building, Washington, DC. This full-time position is contingent upon contract award.

Essential Functions:

• Provide data review, analysis, and reporting in support of the management of DOE SCEP’s portfolio.
• Support the maintenance of current business data including identifying data gaps, exceptions, and quality issues; proposing resolution(s); and resolving issues.
• Perform analysis of the financial viability of state, local and tribal governments, as well as private and public companies within the renewable energy market utilizing a variety of sources including audits, Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) reporting, com, Factiva, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) filings, regulatory reporting, and other news and feeds.
• Develop standard reports related to financial status, budgets, and spend plans and resources, staff, and hiring.
• Develop reporting/infographics, trainings, and presentations for financial analysis.
• Utilize various data sources to develop requested reports and support analysis, including development of management level reports, briefings, case studies, and recommendations regarding findings, trends, and analysis for SCEP’s portfolio and projects.
• Provide support in the development of framework, systems, and processes, and techniques for performance and reporting.
• Determine impacts of changes in regulatory, legislative, industry, and market trends for project performers.
• Assist in leading data efforts in system modernization projects, including synchronizing data and establishing data reporting processes.
• Assist in leading data quality efforts; developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); and the development of business and functional requirements.
• Assists in leading data quality efforts; developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); and the development of business and functional requirements.
• Performs ad hoc reporting and analysis.

Minimum Qualifications:

•  B.S. or B.A. in business administration, accounting, public administration or a related discipline that provides the functional skills to perform the functions and responsibilities described in the position description is required. Four (4) years of relevant education/experience may substitute the Bachelor’s degree to meet the minimum education requirement.
• Six (6) years of relevant experience are required. A Master’s degree in a related discipline may substitute two (2) years of relevant experience in fulfillment of the minimum experience requirement.
• Must be able to handle multiple projects at the same time and work cross-functionally to assist with resolving problems and implementing changes.
• Must have good time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must be able to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current and active DOE Q Clearance.
• Master’s degree in business administration, accounting, public administration or a related discipline.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Location: This is a full-time position in Washington, DC  20585, USA

• Telework options are available with a requirement to be in the office at least three days a week, based on the level of in-person meetings and office needs.

SALARY: Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

Benefits MELE Offers

· Hybrid remote/office work environment.
· Employer-paid employee Medical, Dental and Vision Care.
· Low-Cost Family Health Care offered.
· Federal Holidays and three (3) weeks’ vacation
· 401(k) with Employer Match
· Cross-training opportunities



About MELE Associates, Inc.

With over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include National Security and Intelligence, CBRNE Defense and Security, Facility Management and Engineering, Law Enforcement and Emergency Response Training, Technical, Analytica, and Program Management Support, and IT/Cybersecurity.

MELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.