Location: Houston, TX
Contract Type: Temporary (CDD)
Experience Level: Less than 3 years
Industry: Finance
Employer: TotalEnergies Gas & Power North America, Inc.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a Back Office Analyst with TotalEnergies Gas & Power? Join a fast-paced, dynamic environment and support a global leader in the energy sector, where you’ll manage essential operational and financial workflows in the trading industry.
Who We Are:
TotalEnergies is a multi-energy company committed to producing and marketing energy globally. From oil and biofuels to renewable energy and electricity, TotalEnergies operates in over 130 countries. Our Gas and Power division plays a critical role in the energy transition, focusing on low-carbon energy sources like gas, LNG, and power. With a focus on sustainable development, TotalEnergies strives for carbon neutrality by 2050. We are looking for an ambitious Back Office Analyst to join our Houston team and contribute to the success of our trading operations.
Role Overview:
As a Back Office Analyst at TotalEnergies, you will be the first point of contact for operational and invoicing queries, helping ensure smooth financial and operational workflows within the Power operations desk. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely reconciliation, invoicing, and confirmation processes in a fast-paced trading environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reconciliation & Invoicing: Support the daily and monthly power reconciliation process. Provide essential reports for ERCOT, CAISO, and PJM markets.
- Portfolio Management: Manage a portfolio of trading counterparts and ensure accurate trade reporting.
- Deal Confirmation & Verification: Ensure trading information is accurately represented within the trading BOOK by confirming deals with counterparts and brokers.
- Financial Reporting & Compliance: Reconcile open trade equity, report financial OTC trades to regulators (Dodd-Frank Act), and ensure compliance with industry deadlines and contract requirements.
- Counterparty Management: Resolve discrepancies between counterpart invoices, assist with payment instructions, and collaborate with Treasury and Accounting teams for aged debt reporting.
- System Management: Utilize Simba and Contract Management systems to apply payment terms, monitor open positions, and analyze settlement statements.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Education: Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, Energy, or a related business field.
- Experience: 2-3 years of experience in the Gas and Power markets with strong data analysis skills.
- Industry Knowledge: Understanding of the North American power industry and energy commodity markets.
- Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, VBA, Python, Power BI, or Alteryx. Ability to develop new tools to improve processes and build reports.
- Attention to Detail: A high degree of accuracy is essential to avoid costly errors in the trading process.
- Communication: Strong communication skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Why You Should Apply:
- Impactful Work: You will play a crucial role in supporting the trading desk operations and ensuring compliance in a rapidly changing market.
- Growth Opportunities: TotalEnergies offers ample opportunities for career development and advancement within a dynamic, purpose-driven environment.
- Innovation & Collaboration: Join a culture that encourages innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Contribute to exciting energy transition projects that help shape the future.
- Diverse Workplace: TotalEnergies values diversity and promotes a collaborative work environment where everyone’s perspectives and skills are respected and utilized.
About TotalEnergies Gas & Power:
At TotalEnergies, our Gas and Power division focuses on delivering low-carbon energy solutions that meet the demands of a changing global market. We’re committed to driving the energy transition and contributing to carbon neutrality by 2050. Working with us means being part of a vibrant team dedicated to safety, innovation, and excellence in risk management.
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to apply your skills in a fast-paced trading environment and contribute to a global leader in energy, apply now for the Back Office Analyst position at TotalEnergies. Visit www.totalenergies.com to submit your application today.