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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Power Resources Settlements Analyst - **Company:** Ava Community Energy Authority - **Location:** Oakland, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $49,920.0 - $114,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Bioinformatics, Data Integrity, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Operational Data Store, Salesforce.Com, Microsoft SharePoint, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Scripting, Tools for Reporting, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59438313-power-resources-settlements-analyst ## About the Role * 2+ years relevant experience combined with a Bachelor's degree in business, energy, accounting, environmental policy, data science, or a related field. + Experience working in energy markets, finance, settlements, or accounting; renewable energy experience is a plus. + Experience with CAISO systems or invoicing/settlement tools is advantageous. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and familiarity with data tools or contract management systems (e.g., Ironclad, Salesforce, SharePoint). * Familiarity with scripting or programming languages such as Python, SQL, or similar is preferred. * Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to synthesize and communicate complex information. * Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across teams. * Self-directed, showing attention to detail and organizational skills in a highly fluid and rapidly changing environment. * Strong written and oral communication skills. ## Description Ava is seeking to hire a full-time Power Resources Settlements Analyst, reporting to the Power Resources Settlement Manager. The Power Resources Settlements Analyst plays a critical role in validating power purchase transactions, tracking energy settlements, and ensuring contract compliance within Ava's Power Resources team. This role supports invoice validation, monitoring CAISO market settlements, and the integrity of financial and operational data across Ava's renewable and storage project portfolio. The selected candidate will gain exposure to the full lifecycle of energy settlement - from generated power and project invoice review for contractual compliance to CAISO market performance review and analysis. This is a hands-on opportunity to learn how clean energy projects are compensated, how settlement data is captured and tracked, and how contractual terms govern financial outcomes. The Settlements Analyst will work cross-functionally with power procurement teams and finance teams to ensure accuracy, transparency, and consistency in all aspects of energy-related settlements., 1. Invoice Validation (25%) * Validate commodity hedge, generation, and energy storage project invoices by verifying quantities, rates, and total amounts billed. * Cross-check billed amounts with contract terms, delivery schedules, and performance data. * Flag and resolve discrepancies through communication with internal teams and external project developers. * Ensure proper documentation and tracking of all validated invoices for audit and compliance reporting. 2. Settlements Tracking and Data Integrity (25%) * Enter settlement and invoice data into internal deal capture systems and other reporting tools. * Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, ensuring consistency across platforms. * Monitor data flows and integrity in support of broader compliance and reporting objectives. * Assist in creating reports and visualizations of settlement trends or issues. * Support the Finance team with the coordination and processing of prepay transactions. 3. CAISO Settlement Analysis (25%) * Learn and apply CAISO market settlement processes and methodologies for review and analysis of projects as market participants. * Review CAISO settlement statements and validate key charge codes against expected generation and energy storage project activity. * Collaborate with internal stakeholders to reconcile discrepancies, monitor disputes and improve CAISO market data tracking. * Support internal understanding of how market settlements align with project operations and financial forecasts. 4. Contract Review, Compliance, and Knowledge Building (25%) * Review and interpret settlement-related terms in power purchase agreements and other contracts. * Assist in energy prepay transaction tracking and validation. * Participate in internal training and knowledge-sharing sessions to build a strong foundation in energy contracts and finance. * Ensure compliance with contract settlement provisions and support documentation for reporting and auditing. 5. Other duties as required, This position is based in Ava headquarters in Oakland, near BART. Ava's team has a hybrid approach inclusive of in-office and remote work. This role is expected to go into the office Tuesdays, Thursdays and the first Wednesday of the month. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ava is dedicated to reasonably accommodating an applicant for known physical or mental disabilities so that the applicant may participate in the application process. We will engage in a timely, good-faith interactive process with any employee with a known physical or mental disability to identify potential reasonable accommodations, if any, to enable the employee to perform the essential functions of their position. * General office environment is primarily sedentary work which requires the following physical activities: standing, sitting, walking, reaching, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. * The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. * The noise level is usually moderate. Licenses/Certificates Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license or the ability to provide alternate transportation and a safe driving record. Working at Ava Community Energy Ava is committed to complying with applicable laws, including the Americans with Disability Act and Fair Employment and Housing Act, ensuring equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. Ava prohibits unlawful discrimination based on age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), genetic information or characteristics, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, or on any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. 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