Analyst - Regulatory

Energy Transfer LP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer LP is hiring a Tariff Analyst to support Crude, Refined Products, and NGLs facilities by preparing tariff filings and reports for FERC and state agencies. You will perform analytical work on regulatory compliance and work with Business Development, Accounting, Regulatory, Data Administration, Contract Administration, Operations, Auditors, IT, and Legal.

The role requires a solid background in tariffs, strong mathematical and communication skills, and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; demonstrated competency may substitute.
• 2-5 years of related experience; tariff filing packaging software a plus.
• Strong mathematical, communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills.
• Time management skills; meet tight deadlines; able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of Common Carrier Tariff Filings, Audit Regulations, and Compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Research regulated tariff filings, orders, and policies.
• Understand ET's common carrier pipeline systems and contractual data.
• Compile, study, and maintain indexation schedule workbooks and searchable rate tables.
• Serve as a secondary tariff reviewer and support TAP program.
• Support quarterly and annual SOX audit testing.
• Respond to routine emails and manage the Common Carrier website.
• Maintain electronic repository of files including correspondence, emails, filed documents, tariff subscriber lists, and proration policies.
• Aid IT program development by testing and providing feedback.
• Communicate with groups to develop relationships and coordinate efforts.
• Attend tariff-related conferences and seminars.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning over 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary

This positions supports Crude, Refined Products, and NGLs facilities principally by preparing tariff filings and various reports to be filed with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and multiple State Agencies. Performs analytical work related to FERC and multiple State Agencies' compliance. Works closely with other groups such as Business Development, Accounting, Regulatory, Data Administration, Contract Administration, Operations, Auditors, IT, and Legal.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of Common Carrier Tariff Filings, Audit Regulations, and Compliance matters with the various regulatory agencies.
• Research regulated tariff filings, orders, and policies.
• Develop a thorough understanding of ET's common carrier pipeline systems and corresponding contractual data.
• Compile, study, and maintain indexation schedule workbooks and searchable rate tables.
• Serve as a secondary tariff reviewer and provide administrative functions within the Tariff Approval Process (TAP) program.
• Support the department's response to quarterly and annual audit testing for SOX controls.
• Respond to routine e-mails sent to the Tariff Mailbox and manage the Common Carrier website.
• Maintain the electronic repository of files which will include but not necessarily be limited to correspondence, emails, filed documents, tariff subscriber lists, and proration policies.
• Aid with the development of IT programs by testing and providing feedback.
• Communicate with other groups in the partnership to develop relationships and coordinate efforts.
• Attend tariff-related conferences and seminars.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience and demonstrated equivalent competency may supplant the bachelor's degree.
• 2-5 years of related experience and experience with tariff filing packaging software a plus.
• Exhibit strong mathematical, communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills. Personable, positive and enthusiastic attitude with the ability to work cross-functionally across the organization and support both internal and external customers.
• Must have solid time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines, and function independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.

Working Conditions

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions.
• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level

• The Specialist/Analyst level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 2-5 years of relevant job related experience
• The Senior Specialist/Analyst level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 5-8 years of relevant job related experience
• The Lead Specialist/Analyst level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 8+ years of relevant job related experience

Working Conditions

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.