Renewables Contract Payment Analyst

Job Description Position Overview Deriva Energy is a leading Independent Power Producer in the US renewables market, with over 6.5GW of operating or under construction wind, solar and storage projects across the country. Formerly a part of Duke Energy, Deriva is now a Brookfield Renewable company. Brookfield Renewable operates one of the world’s largest publicly traded, pure-play renewable power platforms. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation who envision a future of energy independence using resilient, carbon-free generation. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving renewable energy industry. Deriva empowers customers with innovative clean energy solutions that strengthen communities and serve future generations. The Renewables Contract Payment Analyst is responsible for administering, analyzing, calculating, validating, and processing landowner lease payments for executed renewables lease agreement compliance. This role interprets lease payment provisions, validates generation, revenue, ownership, vendor, and contract data, and applies independent judgment to determine accurate payment amounts, identify discrepancies, and resolve payment-related issues with financial, contractual, or compliance impact. The role works across multiple teams and systems, including Landworks, Basware, Excel, PI, FIHUB, and other operational or financial data sources, to obtain and analyze data related to generation, production, and revenue from wind, solar, and battery storage facilities. This position also provides reporting, research, and subject matter support to Renewables Contract Analysts, Developers, Accounting, Settlements, Asset Management, Legal, Supplier Administration, and other stakeholders regarding payment methodology, payment status, compliance requirements, exception handling, audit readiness, and process improvement. Main Responsibilities Primary Duties Landowner lease payment administration and contract royalty analysis Administer, analyze, calculate, validate, and process operational and development site landowner lease payments, including royalty payments, escalations, and other lease-based payment obligations, in accordance with executed renewables lease agreements and required controlsCalculate royalty payments and review discrepancies, partnering with Engineering, Accounting, Settlements, Asset Management, Contract Analysts, Developers, Legal, Supplier Administration, and other departments to gather information, validate source data, and resolve payment-related issuesInterpret lease payment provisions, royalty formulas, escalation requirements, payment timing obligations, ownership data, generation data, revenue data, payment histories, and business requirements to determine accurate landowner payment amountsReview payment calculations, source data, lease provisions, formulas, payment histories, and system records to identify discrepancies, variances, irregularities, and potential financial, contractual, or compliance impactsDetermine appropriate resolution options for payment discrepancies; recommend or implement corrective action when payment issues may affect accuracy, contractual compliance, control requirements, landowner communications, or financial resultsCreate, maintain, and improve formulas, spreadsheets, controls, analytical tools, and supporting documentation used to calculate royalties, escalations, and recurring lease payment obligationsInput data into spreadsheets to properly calculate payment amounts and determine escalation requirements; input approved payment amounts into Landworks and related systemsGenerate payment advices showing site generation, site revenue, landowner turbine generation, associated revenue, and other payment-support information; input charge code data and upload payment advices in BaswareMonitor lease payment processing status, approval requirements, validation proof, and payment completion in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and recurring payment calendarsServe as a subject matter resource to Renewables Contract Analysts, Developers, Accounting, Settlements, Asset Management, Legal, and other stakeholders regarding payment methodology, payment status, exception handling, and compliance requirements Vendor, ownership, banking, and landowner support Coordinate with Supplier Administration, landowners, and internal business partners to obtain vendor identification numbers and support accurate vendor, ownership, and banking updatesReview requested vendor, ownership, or banking changes for completeness, payment impact, and compliance risk; determine whether additional documentation, escalation, or stakeholder review is required before payment processing proceedsPrepare, print, mail, or email payment advices and related communications to landownersRespond to landowner inquiries by researching payment records, lease payment support, and system data to provide accurate explanations and help resolve payment-related questions Documentation, audits, process improvement, and reporting Maintain necessary paper and electronic files, payment records, support documentation, controls evidence, and reporting materials for audit readiness and compliance requirementsLead or assist with special projects, including landowner audits, payment reviews, compliance testing, system data cleanup, process documentation, and control-practice improvementsDevelop, document, and update payment processes, standards, desktop procedures, and control practices used by the teamAnalyze recurring payment issues, identify root causes, recommend improvements to operating practices, and partner with stakeholders to implement approved changesProvide reporting, analysis, and recommendations to management regarding payment status, exceptions, compliance trends, and operational risks Core Competencies Contract & Royalty AnalysisInterprets lease payment provisions, calculates royalty and escalation payments, identifies discrepancies, and resolves or escalates issues based on financial, contractual, and compliance impactMaintains precise calculations, documentation, validation proof, and control evidence for recurring payment cyclesReviews source data, recognizes trends or irregularities, researches root causes, and recommends corrective actions before payment completionCollaborates with internal departments to gather information, validate data, answer questions, and resolve payment-related issuesImproves recurring tools, documentation, desktop procedures, and controls to strengthen accuracy, timeliness, and consistencyCommunicates clearly with landowners and internal partners, provides timely status updates, and supports practical issue resolution Systems & Tools Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.Landworks, Basware, PI, FIHUB, and related payment, supplier, accounting, reporting, operational, or contract-support systems.Internal generation, production, revenue, ownership, vendor, lease, and contract-data sources used to support payment calculations and issue resolution. Basic Qualifications Two (2) years or more of relevant business experience supporting payment administration, contract administration, accounting operations, royalty or lease payment calculations, vendor/payment processing, financial operations, or comparable analytical workAssociate's degree in business, accounting, finance, contract administration, paralegal studies, or a related fieldAbility to interpret lease or contract payment provisions, identify payment discrepancies, review source data, assess payment impacts, and resolve or escalate issues appropriatelyStrong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, workbook management, data validation, reconciliations, and accuracy checksExperience using enterprise systems, payment platforms, contract management systems, land management systems, accounting/ERP tools, or comparable operational systemsStrong attention to detail, organization, documentation, follow-through, and ability to manage recurring deadlines with a high degree of accuracyClear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to support internal stakeholders and respond professionally to landowner inquiriesAbility to maintain confidentiality and handle payment, vendor, landowner, and business information appropriately Desired Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, contract administration, paralegal studies, or a related fieldFour (4) years or more of relevant business experience supporting payment administration, contract administration, accounting operations, royalty or lease payment calculations, vendor/payment processing, financial operations, or comparable analytical workExperience with Landworks, Basware, PI, FIHUB, or comparable land, contract, supplier, operational, or payment systemsExperience supporting renewable energy, utility, real estate, landowner, royalty, lease, or contract payment processesExperience supporting SOX controls, audit documentation, payment validation, compliance reporting, or process/control improvementDemonstrated ability to improve recurring processes, templates, documentation, analytical tools, or quality-control steps Working Conditions Office-based role with prolonged periods of sitting and computer workTypically follows standard business hours; may require flexibility during recurring payment cycles, audits, compliance reviews, or high-volume deadlinesAbility to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally Benefits Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) with company matchingFlexible Spending AccountsLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Time OffParental Leave Additional Information Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty. Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.