Lead Risk Analyst-Nuclear

Vistra Corporate Services Company
United States, Texas, Irving
6555 Sierra Drive (Show on map)
Nov 06, 2024
If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online. Job Summary This role serves as a lead member of the Risk Group, focused on Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) activities, and is responsible for maintaining Vistra's models for nuclear fuel capital expenditure (capex) budgets and positions for uranium in all product forms. The primary responsibility is to project future nuclear fuel purchases and sales as inputs to a nuclear fuel cost amortization model for Vistra's four nuclear power stations. This position requires a thorough understanding of risk control principles and systems, involving the development of tools that necessitate critical risk calculation and analysis. The role is based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Job Description Key Accountabilities * Implement and Maintain the SURFN Model o Oversee the SURFN model, which tracks completed, projected, and planned nuclear fuel trades. o Simulate future fuel costs for Vistra's nuclear reactors. o Review new and modified nuclear fuel trades submitted by the nuclear fuel team. o Produce nuclear fuel position and cash flow reports for internal stakeholders and monthly planning activities. * Develop and implement risk analysis and measurement methodologies. * Perform financial analysis of historical data and forecasted information. * Execute a variety of risk control tasks-daily, monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc. * Work with Commercial, Accounting, Planning, IT, and other groups to support strategic business objectives. Education, Experience & Skill Requirements * Bachelor's degree in Finance, Information Management Systems, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or other analytical fields. * 3+ years of commercial experience in trading or risk management within the power generation, utility, or commodity sectors. * Previous experience in the nuclear sector is preferred but not required. * Proficient in programming languages such as SAS, VB, VBA, and C++. * Excellent computer skills, particularly with the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, etc.). Key Metrics * Successfully implement and manage the SURFN model for Vistra's nuclear fleet. * Ensure timely and accurate rolling updates to the nuclear fuel expense model. * Provide accurate and timely financial and risk reports to stakeholders. * Achieve effective collaboration across business units to support strategic objectives. Job Family Risk Management Company Vistra Corporate Services Company Locations Irving, Texas Texas We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today! If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site. It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us atassistance@vistraenergy.comto make a request.