Back Office US Team Lead

RWE Supply & Trading Americas, LLC,  Chicago

To start as soon as possible, full time / part time, permanent

Functional area: Administration 

Your Future Plans

The Back Office US department at RWE Supply & Trading Americas (RWESTA) is responsible for numerous financial operations functions in the North American energy markets.  We work closely with Front Office, Risk & Revenue Controlling, Corporate Finance & Treasury, Accounting, and Legal teams to provide comprehensive support throughout the lifecycle of a trade.
Currently we’re looking for a new Team Lead to manage our Contracts West team.  Within the team we cover wholesale and complex contract settlements within the central and western US and Canada, as well as meter data validation and new asset onboarding.  Our US Back Office main site is located in Chicago, with other offices located around the globe.  The RWE headquarters are located in Essen, Germany.  Due to the close collaboration with our other regional & global offices occasional business trips (domestic & international) are possible.

The Role  
Do you have a keen interest in energy markets? Have you gained some energy grid knowledge in your job or through qualifications? If so, this could be the opportunity for you!
 
In your new role the key responsibilities will include:

• Lead an experienced US Contracts team covering the Central & Western ISO Markets (AESO, CAISO, ERCOT, MISO, SPP)
• Work closely with various business and engineering stakeholders to integrate new assets into RWESTA
• Build efficient processes that are scalable for future growth
• Analyze all revenue sources for proper revenue recognition of electricity sales contracted via PPAs, merchant energy sales, accounting for imbalance energy settlements
• Ensure timely & accurate invoicing of internal/external customers across various markets
• Conduct meter validation and confirm shadow calculations are accurate and within tolerance
• Take a leadership role on NBAP’s and various projects 
• Manage auditor requests related to revenue and receivables, ensuring timely completion of supporting schedules
   

Your Powerful Skills

Do you have a keen eye for detail and exceptional organizational skills?  
 
Key requirements include:

• 7+ years work experience
• Degree in any business related field (ie; Econ, Finance, Accounting, etc.) Engineering, Environmental studies or similar work experience
• Exceptional leadership skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Extremely well organized and able to work tight timeframes under pressure
• Passion for developing talent to help those reporting to you advance in their careers  
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
   

Advantageous, not a must

• Experience or familiarity with Back Office operations
• Basic knowledge of IT software such as PCI, ENDUR, and SAP
• Understanding of energy settlements and the deal lifecycle
• Relevant work experience in the energy business

Our offer 
Join an international leading energy trading house in a huge period of growth.  Our department gives you the opportunity to gain a thorough understanding of the end-to-end trade lifecycle in an energy trading house from trade execution to settlement.  Once you have spent some time with us, your knowledge about various commodities such as renewables, coal, biomass, LNG, gas and power will have vastly developed.
In addition, you’ll enjoy a competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and benefits package including:

• Salary Range: $100,000 - $140,000
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement 401k match, Commuter benefits, etc
• Open & diverse company culture
• Collaboration with offices around the globe and potential for domestic & international travel
• Flexible work schedule to allow for great Work/Life Balance
   

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Any questions? Patrycja Bartela, M: patrycja.bartela@rwe.com

We look forward to meeting you!

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity. #inclusionmatters

RWE Supply & Trading is the interface between RWE and the energy markets around the world. Approximately 1,700 employees from over 50 different countries trade (renewable) electricity, (green) gas, commodities and CO2 emission allowances. The trading entity also ensures the commercial optimisation of RWE’s power plant dispatch and markets electricity from renewables.