Analyst, Gas Supply

Spire Systems Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Spire, Inc. is seeking an Analyst, Gas Supply to produce monthly gas cost and sales summaries for the Gas Accounting, Treasury and Financial Reporting departments, and to maintain supply and transport invoice records.

You will verify invoices against contracts and tariffs, generate reports, and communicate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve discrepancies while supporting data requests with accuracy and timeliness. Regular attendance is required in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
• Strong computer skills with spreadsheets, word processing and databases.
• Knowledge of reading LDCs, tariffs and pipeline statements.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly gas cost and sales summaries for Gas Accounting, Treasury and Financial Reporting.
• Maintain supply and transport invoice records and generate summary reports.
• Process and approve Gas Supply invoices, verify against contracts, tariffs and statements.
• Generate and check invoices to confirmations and maintain sales records.
• Prepare gas cost summary reports and reconciliation details for internal departments.
• Communicate with internal/external personnel to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Gas cost analysis

Invoice processing

Data reporting

Attention to detail

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Business/Mathematics/Engineering

Tools

Excel

Database software

Word processing

Job description

Summary

Spire is seaking an Analyst, Gas Supply.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Produce monthly gas cost and sales summary for the Company’s Gas Accounting, Treasury, and Financial Reporting departments
• Maintain the supply and transport invoice records and produce various summary reports
• Process and approve Gas Supply invoices for payment by verifying the accuracy to sales contracts, tariffs, and pipeline statements and reconciling any differences
• Generate and check invoices to confirmations and maintain sales records
• Prepare and distribute all gas cost summary reports and reconciliation details needed by various departments
• Communicate with all internal and external personnel necessary to resolve volume, price, and/or payment discrepancies that arise
• Prepare responses to data requests, internal project needs, and internal accounting issues as needed
• Schedule and maintain pipeline volumes on a daily basis and try to minimize imbalance and scheduling charges that are caused by the misalignment of receipt and delivery volumes
• Respond to transportation customer inquiries regarding consumption, rates, and invoice computations
• Prepare and maintain information as needed for compliance with PSC data requests
• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function
• Ability to lead by example in support of the Company’s essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skills and perspectives.
• All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Required Education (certifications, licenses)

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field preferred

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

• Strong computer skills, including the ability to use spreadsheets, word processing software, database applications, and various Internet bulletin board systems
• Knowledge of accounting and financial reporting requirements so that the proper information is relayed to the appropriate departments
• Knowledge of how to read and interpret LDC and pipeline tariffs to ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations
• Knowledge of pipeline bulletin boards
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and keep up with many responsibilities at the same time
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture
• Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in order to meet individual goals and deadlines.
• Ability to work as part of a team and display a positive attitude for this dynamic environment.

Physical demands, environment and schedule

• Normal office conditions with periodic field visits
• Typically, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday

Company Overview

We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate the competencies that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life:

• Adaptability: We embrace change, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement while remaining open-minded and flexible in response to evolving conditions and customer, stakeholder and company needs.
• Collaboration: We achieve more together through a foundation of respect, embracing healthy conflict, actively seeking and providing actionable feedback and fostering an environment where everyone’s input is welcomed.
• Ownership: We see things through, demonstrate accountability, honor commitments, take responsibility for outcomes and demonstrate initiative.

By living our values and competencies, we strive to create an environment where employees feel welcome, respected and valued.

Posting Requirements

Spire accepts online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com

Posting requirements: The above posting description is intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Spire, Inc., and its subsidiaries are Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation and recall regardless of the individual’s race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, and/or other protected categories under all Federal, State, and local laws. For more information, please view our Integrity and Inclusion pages of our career site.