Job Description
Grant Thornton is seeking a Capacity Analyst to join our team. Approved office locations included below.
ICS – Enterprise Transformation – Capacity Management- Senior Associate
As a Senior Associate in Capacity Management, you will be responsible for managing the capacity planning process, identifying opportunities for capacity optimization, and presenting capacity reports to leadership. You will work closely with project managers and other stakeholders to ensure that the firm has the resources it needs to meet expected demand and minimize waste. To excel in this role, you should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage the capacity planning process, including forecasting future resource demands based on portfolio roadmaps, high-level business requirements, and other factors.
- Work closely with project managers and other stakeholders to ensure that the firm has the resources it needs to meet expected demand and identify areas where additional resources may be required.
- Develop and implement opportunities for capacity optimization, such as identifying allocation gaps/bottlenecks, implementing automation, consolidating systems, or other means.
- Present capacity reports to leadership, communicating information about resource utilization, capacity planning, and optimization efforts.
- Develop and maintain capacity management policies, processes, and procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency across the organization.
- Monitor and report on the performance of the capacity management program, including identifying trends and making recommendations for improvement.
- Conduct training and education sessions to increase awareness of capacity management concepts and best practices among stakeholders and project teams.
- Participate in the development of the annual budget and financial forecasts by providing input on resource requirements and capacity planning.
- Evaluate new tools and technologies related to capacity management and make recommendations for implementation or integration into the firm’s existing infrastructure.
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2 to 6 years of IT capacity management or related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. business, IT, engineering, or project management)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Prior relevant consulting experience preferred
- Ability to travel on short notice and work additional hours as necessary.
The base salary range for this position in the firm’s Denver, CO office only is between $82,100 and $136,900 per year.
The base salary range for this position in the firm’s Bellevue, WA, Los Angeles, CA, San Diego, CA, and New York City(Manhattan) offices only is between $88,700 and $147,900 per year.
The base salary range for this position in the firm’s San Francisco, CA and San Jose, CA offices only is between $94,400 and $157,400 per year.
About Us
At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.
About the Team
The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:
• Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.
• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for your and those in your household.
• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different – and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers
• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers
Here’s what you can expect next:
If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.
Benefits:
We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits
- Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
- Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.
Additional Details:
It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.