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TXNM Energy Energy Settlement Analyst I or II in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Energy Settlement Analyst I or II
Location: Albuquerque, NM, United States
Job ID: 6088670
Date Posted:Aug 20, 2024
POSTING DEADLINE
This position is posted until filled.
PREFERENCES
Analytical Background
High Level Excel Experience
JOB DESCRIPTION
Salary Grade: G09
Minimum Midpoint Maximum
$50,991 - $67,562 - $84,134
Energy Settlement I
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SUMMARY:
Energy Analysis and Settlements is part of the Wholesale Power and Transmission Accounting organization under the Corporate Controller. Energy Settlement Analysts are responsible for the confirmation, reconciliation, and settlements (including invoicing) of energy transactions related to wholesale bi-lateral power settlements, natural gas and related transportation settlements, transmission sales and purchases, CAISO MRTU market settlements, and CAISO EIM market settlements. A Settlement Analyst is responsible for timely and accurate completion of work that includes invoicing, AP/AR, GL inputs, reporting, and audits.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs daily, weekly, and monthly checkout of transactions related to power bi-lateral, natural gas, and/or CAISO MRTU
Prepares gas purchase and pipeline reconciliation and settlements
Prepares Power settlements checkout
Prepares CAISO MRTU settlements
Prepares weekly settlements to accurately reflect for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and General Ledger entries
Responsible for month end General Ledger estimates and eventual actuals as CAISO settles the previous month
Dispute resolution of deal discrepancies
Performs other energy accounting reconciliation and reporting as assigned
Performs regulatory reporting as required
Maintains standardized counter party checkout documentation files with the information to satisfy audit requirements
Responds to inquiries from both internal and external auditors during their audit engagements
COMPETENCIES:
Familiarity with the competitive wholesale electricity marketplace, knowledge of CAISO settlements, including business practices, transaction types, and systems is desired.
Familiarity with the interconnected bulk power generation and transmission system, including delivery points and paths as well as
Understands basic terminology related to the discipline.
Working knowledge of scheduling systems, settlement systems, and financial systems is desired
Working knowledge of the language, terms, and conditions of contracts entered into for the purchase or sale of power.
Excellent analytical skills to properly assess errors and variances to reconcile data and make reasonable decisions to complete settlements.
Strong negotiating skills and the ability to make quick and reasonable decisions.
Advanced interpersonal skills to build and maintain positive business relationships.
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with one to three years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively communicate in both writing and verbal
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, and other business-related calculations.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Strong skills in MS Excel spreadsheet software and MS Word processing software.
Working knowledge of energy scheduling systems, settlement systems and basic accounting systems is desired.
ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand and walk up to 2/3 of the time. Manual dexterity required and the ability to talk and listen. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Vision requirements include - close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.
May be exposed to moderate noise.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment.
Travel for offsite training and conferences may be required periodically
Schedule flexibility and the possibility of working extended hours is required as needed
JOB DESCRIPTION
Salary Grade: G08
Minimum Midpoint Maximum
$58,128 - $77,021 - $95,912
Energy Settlement Analyst II
SUMMARY:
Energy Analysis and Settlements is part of the Wholesale Power and Transmission Accounting Organization under the Corporate Controller. Energy Settlement Analysts are responsible for the confirmation, reconciliation, and settlement (including invoicing) of energy transactions related to wholesale bi-lateral power settlements, natural gas and related transportation settlements,
transmission sales and purchases, California Independent System Operator (CAISO) MRTU market settlements, and CAISO Energy Imbalance Market (EIM) market settlements. A Settlement
Analyst is responsible for timely and accurate completion of work that includes invoicing, accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP) processing, general ledger (GL) input, reporting,
and audit support. The extent of job responsibilities is not limited to the previously mentioned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for supporting daily/weekly/monthly transmission sales, purchase settlements, and the
EIM market settlements for the EESC/PRSC
Responsible for gas purchase and pipeline settlements, power bi-lateral settlements, and CAISO
MRTU settlements
Prepares and sends invoices for Point-to-Point (PTP) and Network Transmission sales
Performs transmission purchase reconciliation and settlement including payment through the Accounts Payable process
Manages the Network Transmission peak calculation
PTP database and system management
Performs EIM daily settlements of 5min, 15min, and hourly market data
Reconciles, confirms, and performs analytics of PRSC market data
Prepares EIM prior period adjustments (PPA)
Prepares EIM charge allocations for PRSC
Responsible for recognition of disputable market settlement variances and ability to resolve CAISO disputes
Processes CAISO invoices timely to ensure weekly settlement deadlines are met
Prepare weekly settlements to accurately reflect for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and
General Ledger entries
Responsible for month end General Ledger estimates and eventual actuals as CAISO settles the
previous month
Provide system support, working closely with IT and vendors to manage system upgrades, patches,
and testing
Responds to inquiries from both internal and external auditors during their audit engagements.
COMPETENCIES:
Self-motivated and possessing strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize tasks
An ability to follow procedures and demonstrate personal accountability and ownership of the role
Understanding of the CASIO EIM marketplace, including business practices, charge codes and
systems
Understanding of the interconnected bulk power generation and transmission system, including
delivery points and paths
Understand terminology related to CAISO EIM market and PNM transmission settlements
Ability to interpret both the language and terms and conditions of OATT contracts and CAISO EIM
market documents
Excellent analytical skills to properly assess errors and variances to reconcile data to complete
settlements and provide reports assessing market outcomes
Strong negotiating skills and the ability to make quick and reasonable decisions
Advanced interpersonal skills to build and maintain positive business relationships
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with three to five years related experience , or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively communicate in both writing and verbally
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions,
percentages, and other business-related calculations
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Working knowledge of energy scheduling systems, settlement systems and basic accounting systems
is desired
Strong skills in MS Excel spreadsheet software and MS Word processing software
ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to
interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand and walk up to 2/3 of the time. Manual dexterity required and the ability to talk and listen. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Vision requirements include: close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.
May be exposed to moderate noise.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment.
Travel for offsite training and conferences may be required periodically
Schedule flexibility and the possibility of working extended hours to complete daily processes is required as needed.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
Safety Statement:
Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, “everyone goes home safe”, reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:
TXNM Energy is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the ADA. If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.
DEI Statement:
At TXNM Energy, we value the diversity of our workforce and actively seek opportunities for incorporating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within our family of companies. We believe a diverse workforce enriches our environment and helps us better meet the needs of our employees, customers, and shareholders. We remain committed to attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to carry out the Company's purpose.
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