Powerfolio Data Analyst

Calpine a business unit of Constellation Energy Corporation (Nasdaq: CEG) is Americas largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. With 79 energy facilities in operation Calpines fleet has the capacity to generate approximately 27000 MW of electricity enough to power approximately 27 million homes. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean efficient modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984 Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental addition its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earths surface to produce clean renewable electricity.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following other duties may be assigned)

The Data Analyst is responsible for providing analytical support in the Powerfolio group for Power related transactions. Data Analyst works closely with Customer portfolio managers Sales and structuring desks in executing complex commodity transactions maintaining customer Powerfolio web sites in regard to data risk valuation models and working with customer care in the generation of the Monthly Results addition Data Analyst is also responsible for managing and tracking customer deal addenda triggers and contracts and any changes made to these documents/contracts.

Job Responsibilities

• Process prepare and analyze historical load data Power transactions
• Learn and utilize statistical methods to draw conclusions from historical data
• Perform load data forecasts trend analysis and other statistical estimates to prepare quantitative analysis for transactions
• Ability to learn and understand regional/local tariffs and tariff structures
• Track limit and open orders for new and existing commodity customers
• Work independently to successfully resolve on-going issues with other internal and external customers
• Review and audit standard reports for all Powerfolio customers on a monthly basis
• Work with IT Back office and the desks as new products are included in the reports to ensure accurate results
• Perform ad-hoc customization of the reports as requested by clients and management
• Candidate must be able to work independently with other departments to find solutions to reporting issues
• Candidate must also be able to intuitively recognize legitimate usage and cost anomalies in client data and be able to clearly articulate those factors to the clients and to management through written and oral discussion
• Meet reporting deadlines and send out reports on a rushed basis as needed
• Updating and maintaining customer files including all usage profiles and reconciling data files between Powerfolio and internal systems
• Work with Powerfolio customer portfolio managers to create PowerPoint presentations for sale presentations and monthly/quarterly business reviews
• Management & Associate Competencies: Interpersonal Skills/Behaviors; Focus on Performance; Business knowledge; critical thinking skills; financial understanding

Job Requirements

• Bachelors degree required with emphasis in finance economics business or related preferred
• Commodity experience required
• Strong analytical aptitude and out of the box thinking
• Excellent computer skills with an emphasis on advanced spreadsheet applications
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate complex subject matter in a simple clear and concise manner
• Strong analytical and problem-solving aptitude and skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy
• Candidate must also demonstrate skills in problem identification analysis corrective action and closure skills
• Candidate must demonstrate the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptability and drive including the ability to work under time-related pressures
• Effective communication skills including clear and concise written and oral communication
• Dependability including following through on commitments and punctuality
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Microsoft Word and Excel competence
• Understanding of the retail energy markets is preferred but not required
• Analyst will also demonstrate strong quantitative and problem-solving skills attention to detail communication skills and critical thinking skills in a business environment
• Strong technical writing skills required
• Track P&L Powerfolio performance and personal expense reporting

Additional Calpine Information

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