Senior Analyst
Colorado Springs Utilities is looking for a Senior Analyst to join our Energy Settlements group. This group is responsible for the accurate and timely settlement and reporting of contracts with many counterparties. All work performed by the Settlements group is related to the trading function and requires a robust knowledge of electric operations within a Power Market, fuels to include coal, propane, and diesel, and natural gas operations. In this position, you will be responsible for complex research and analysis supporting day-ahead and real-time activity, electric and gas cost adjustment analysis, regulatory reporting, and special projects as assigned.
If you are interested in being part of a team committed to strategically evaluating and enhancing the efficiency and value of our Energy Supply Portfolio while providing essential services to the citizens of Colorado Springs in an atmosphere that encourages your ideas and contributions, then this may be the job for you!
Typical responsibilities include:
- Collecting, researching, and forming documentation, systems, projects, processes, and resources that inform strategic decisions
- Analytical skills to assess errors and variances to reconcile commodity transaction discrepancies with counterparties and energy markets, as well as manage disputes
- Understand and remain knowledgeable of developments in regulations, laws, tariffs, and market protocols applicable to energy trading functions
- Establish a solid understanding of energy trade capture software, such as Allegro, PCI, and Microsoft Suite
- Improving continuity and auditability of back office communications, procedures, and tools
- Validate settlement statements for a given operating period. Workflow could include pre-settlements, operational and trading feedback, shadow settlements, meter data submittals, and meter data validation
- Preparing and reporting key financial and operational data
- Trading and settlement reconciliations
- Developing and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency and productivity
- Supporting all month-end and year-end closing activities, as well as year-end audit requirements as needed
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, energy settlements, or a comparable analytical/business research role
- Familiarity with the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) Regional Transmission Organization is preferred
- Strong working knowledge of accounting principles and practices
- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data
- Creative problem-solving abilities and sound judgment
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Effective collaboration and communication skills across teams
The military job codes/duty codes most closely related to this role are: 12A, 42A, 42B, 36B, 25A, 36P1, 36P2, 36P3, 36P4, 37A1, 37A2, 37A3, 37F1, 37F2, 37F3, 37F4 6410, 6413, 6415, 6417, PN, PS 180, 1302, 3401, 3404, 3408, 9680
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (1/3 of the time), and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary only if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other criteria are met.
- Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions within an office working environment.
Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.
Time Off to Recharge
- Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
- Personal Leave –3 days per year
- Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
- Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
- Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually
Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month
- Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
- Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
- Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
- Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
- Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
- Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
Financial & Retirement Security
- Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
- Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
- Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
- Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
Additional Support
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
- Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness
