Settlement Analyst- I-Sr

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is about more than power. We’re about the power of relationships. Our employees have the opportunity to work together to ensure electricity is delivered reliably and affordably to the millions of people living in our service territory. We have been voted one of Arkansas’ Best Places to work by Arkansas Business and we are looking for a member of our team who is passionate about our mission to keep the lights on!

We have a core ideology here at SPP that we stand by: Do the right thing, for the right reason, in the right way.

We believe in supporting our employees through a fantastic benefits package:

• Competitive pay with bonus opportunities
• Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Flexible working environment for positions that are eligible where employees have the flexibility to work from home and come in where collaborative in person work is needed.
• Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a defined benefit plan fully funded by SPP
  
  

Compensation Information

The salary range(s) represents our good faith estimate for the role at this time. While we strive to provide competitive and transparent compensation, there may be circumstances where an offer is above or outside of the listed range. We are open to discussing salary expectations with qualified candidates considering factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.

• Senior Settlement Analyst: $85,800.00 - $109,450.00
• Settlement Analyst III: $76,000.00 - $96,900.00
• Settlement Analyst II: $68,600.00 - $85,750.00
• Settlement Analyst I: $55,800.00 - $68,350.00
  
  

SPP Market Settlements Team

As part of our commitment to the growth and modernization of energy markets, our Market Settlement's team plays a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of market and transmission settlement functions. We are looking for a Settlements Analyst who will support the testing of new settlement products or enhancements, assist in the development and implementation of settlement processes, and work collaboratively to improve our settlement systems.

Overview

We are looking for a Settlements Analyst to support the testing of new settlement products or enhancements and assist in developing and implementing procedures to support the market or transmission settlement process. This role is key to ensuring the effectiveness of testing processes, driving efficiency improvements, and resolving issues through strong problem-solving skills.

The ideal candidate will have several years of experience with the SDLC process in software testing, a strong ability to analyze and solve complex problems, and effective documentation skills. Experience with AI tools to improve testing efficiency is a plus. The Settlements Analyst will assist in the development, enhancement, and support of market and transmission settlement functions, including revenue collection, distribution, reconciliation, and ongoing analysis.

This position will also involve supporting the Supervisor of Settlements, Manager of Settlements, Director of Settlements, and other SPP subcommittees and working groups. Collaboration with various stakeholders is essential to ensure the success of the settlement process.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in testing new settlement products or system enhancements, ensuring smooth and accurate implementation.
• Support the development and enhancement of procedures required for market and transmission settlement processes, including revenue collection, distribution, and reconciliation.
• Collaborate with the Supervisor of Settlements, Manager of Settlements, Director of Settlements, and other key stakeholders to improve and modernize settlement processes.
• Utilize strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues during the testing and implementation phases.
• Create test cases, conduct testing, and document results to ensure accuracy and functionality of new features and updates.
• Contribute to functional design development for software releases related to market settlements.
• Assist in the analysis and reconciliation of market and transmission settlement data to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Provide support to internal and external stakeholders by answering questions, providing updates, and facilitating the resolution of issues.
  
  

If you're ready to take on a dynamic role that will challenge your analytical and testing skills while helping to shape the future of energy markets, apply today! We're excited to meet someone who is passionate about problem-solving, collaboration, and innovation.

To be successful as our Settlement Analyst, we're looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree (Two years of relevant job-related experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirement)
• Settlement Analyst Sr- Six (6) years of job-related experience (in addition to degree requirement above)
• Settlement Analyst III - Four (4) years of job-related experience (in addition to degree requirement above)
• Settlement Analyst II - Two (2) years of job-related experience (in addition to degree requirement above)
• Settlement Analyst I - No experience required
  
  

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree
• A background in market or transmission settlements, revenue collection, and reconciliation processes (preferred).
• Several years of experience working in software testing, preferably within the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) process.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to resolve complex issues related to market settlements.
• Experience creating test cases, conducting testing, and documenting results.
• Familiarity with AI tools or technologies that can drive efficiencies in the testing process (preferred).
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively document processes and collaborate with others.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, supporting cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  
  

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Position Type, Location, and Hours:

This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Little Rock, Arkansas. The standard workweek is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with extended hours potentially required.

Travel Requirement

• This position requires minimal travel (approximately 15%).
  
  

SPP is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at HR@spp.org and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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