Scheduler III/Sr

The Scheduler Sr is responsible for ensuring that all scheduling processes take place in an accurate and timely manner with regard to pipeline and department cutoffs. This role will analyze data, monitor and reconcile imbalances, set up make-up/pay-back schedules with appropriate shippers, and initiate settlements. Strong attention to detail, problem solving skills, and the ability to cultivate positive relationships are keys to success! Responsibilities/Expectations: Nominates storage activity for the storage company electronic bulletin board (EBB) and internal gas management systems for optimization activities; nominates natural gas communications with traders and confirms with pipeline interconnectsSchedules daily volumes for producer and buyer contracts; communicates with customer on daily requirements and cultivates relationships with scheduling counterparts of customers and pipeline representatives to ensure operational integrityAccesses and accurately populates a pipeline EBBRecommends market area supply alternatives and storage strategies; tracks storage injections, withdrawals, and balancesCollaborates with gas accountants to establish and implement invoice procedures; updates database to prepare invoices and statements; assists in resolution of billing discrepancies and responds to questions regarding term transactionsConfirms physical volume activity is accurate; re-confirms bi-weekly and month end volumes via interconnecting pipeline EBB’sCommunicates rate, tariff, fuel rate, and operational conditions to front office; contacts gas producers and buyers to verify their requirementsOther duties as assigned Education/Years of Experience: Required: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or Engineering, or Economics; minimum five (5) years' experience in gas marketing company with proficient scheduling knowledgePreferred: Master's or MBA; minimum seven (7) years' experience with a gas marketing company Shift/Work Hours/Travel Requirements: Available 24/7/365; Must be willing to work after hours, on-call rotations, nights, weekend shifts and holidays as the need arises Other Requirements: Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priorityProficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skillsProficiency in multiple pipeline electronic bulletin boards (EBBs)Understanding of accounting principles and procedures for gas accountingSound knowledge of Endur pathing requirementsKnowledge of storage asset utilization, and LDC and Power generation marketsStrong understanding of regional and physical gridIn-depth knowledge of Daily live and G2 systemsPreferred: Gas accounting experiencePreferred: Detailed knowledge of US gas pipeline systems, major plays, and business , Ensures that all scheduling processes (nominations, confirmations, etc.) take place in a correct and timely manner with regard to pipeline and department deadlines. Initiates and maintains daily spreadsheets. Analyzes data, monitors and reconciles imbalances, sets up make-up/pay-back schedules with appropriate shippers, and initiates settlements.