Job Description

The customer service specialist 2 is responsible for performing and providing analysis, technical support, training and oversight of various business support operations and initiatives, including accounts/invoice processing such as creation of CPA, PO, SPO, LSPO's and non-PO. Managing invoices from beginning to payment. Assist with personal computing, addressing internal and external inquires (web and phone based), assist with administrative functions for right-of-way group, and provide assistance with managing all executive document storage and BHER vehicle titles.

• Coordinate and complete process for accounts payable ensuring proper validation, accounting codes, authorization, timely payment and discount opportunities are fulfilled
• Initiate and prepare Contract Purchase Agreements (CPA) and Purchase Orders (PO) derived from vendor quotes and for yearly budgeting purposes
• Understands contract terms and company obligations
• Responsible for facilitation of contract redline reviews ensuring appropriate approval of contract changes, retention of executed contracts, and tracking of key contract terms by maintaining spreadsheets, shared repositories, and document/Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) libraries
• Responding to corporate communication channels (web and phone)
• Right of way administrative functions
• Prepare and review revenue invoices for accuracy according to energy market and power purchase agreement guidelines
• Verify billed/charged invoices for accuracy
• Assists in the development and implementation of training materials for new and existing processes related to business support functions
• Perform analysis related to energy and financial derivatives
• Assist in the research, analysis and implementation of procedures or updates to business support procedures and systems
• Assist in providing needed data in preparation of providing regular reporting to senior leadership
• Assist with personal computing functions
• Perform additional responsibilities and requested or assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Associate’s degree in business, accounting, marketing, finance, mathematics or related field, plus one year of related work experience; OR four years of progressive, related work experience
• Experience communicating and presenting data-based information to management
• Experience with corporate reporting and financial document review
• Experience with ERP or financial systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in billing, invoicing, or accounts payable
• Experience creating purchase orders, contract purchase agreements, or similar procurement documents
• Familiarity with contract terms
• Experience in energy, utilities, or renewable energy industry
• Experience with Oracle systems

Core Competencies & Behavioral Attributes:

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Competent with Microsoft Excel (create spreadsheets, navigate various tabs, use filters), Word, and Outlook
• Ability to work under pressure and effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently
• Effective research, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Successful candidates must be self-motivated and high achievers in a minimal supervised environment

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

BHE Renewables delivers sustainable energy solutions for customers and communities. We own, operate and develop wind, solar, geothermal, hydroelectric and natural gas projects in 11 U.S. states. The power generated is sold into energy markets or directly to customers through long-term purchase agreements.

Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, BHE Renewables is an innovative and growing company with new offices in Phoenix and San Diego. Our 50/50 joint venture with Occidental Petroleum has led to a demonstration project showing how TerraLithium technology is used to extract lithium from the brine presently flowing through our geothermal plants in Imperial Valley, CA.

Joy is Renewable! It’s not just a catchphrase; it describes our approach to people. Our teams are often found connecting, giving back and having fun doing it. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, talents and life experiences each person brings, making us stronger together. The BHE Renewables CARES  program supports employee volunteerism and investments in our communities.