Lead Revenue Accountant/Settlements

Position Overview Our Client is seeking a hands-on temporary Settlements Manager to support daily settlements and accounting operations during a key ETRM implementation. This individual will provide leadership across core settlement activities, month-end close, and reconciliations, allowing senior leadership to remain focused on the implementation effort. The ideal candidate can quickly step into an existing environment, operate independently, and ensure continuity across critical processes.Key ResponsibilitiesLead day-to-day settlements and accounting activities across power marketsOversee reconciliations of ISO statements, charge codes, capacity, and ancillaries across PJM, ISO-NE, and NYISOReview analysts’ reconciliations, workbooks, and supporting schedules for accuracy and control complianceSupport month-end close through journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliationsQuickly learn and execute existing workflows while maintaining operational stabilityIdentify process improvement opportunities where appropriatePartner with trading, finance, accounting, and operations teams to support accurate settlements and reportingQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related fieldCPA preferred; MBA or MAcc a plus7–10+ years of experience in settlements, revenue accounting, energy accounting, or power marketsISO settlements experience (PJM, ISO-NE, NYISO) preferredStrong accounting background with close, accrual, and reconciliation experienceETRM exposure preferredAdvanced Excel skills and experience working with large, workbook-driven datasetsProven ability to operate independently in fast-paced, highly hands-on environmentsStrong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills