At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven't stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We're always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.
Join our Financial Risk Management team as a Senior or Principal Analyst, where you'll play a critical role in managing credit and financial risk across the Power Operations organization. This role combines analytical depth with operational execution, focusing on the evaluation and oversight of financial risk exposure of PGE.
You'll be responsible for producing daily risk reports, validating forward price curves, and calculating and analyzing key risk metrics such as Profit and Loss (PnL) and Value at Risk (VaR). Your insights will support informed decision-making and help ensure the organization's financial resilience.
You'll also support the ongoing management of long-term contract review and collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate risk insights and support business objectives.
PGE supports career growth and development. This position will be filled at either the Senior or Principal level, depending on the successful candidate's experience and qualifications
Key Responsibilities
Risk Operations
Senior Analyst :Reviews daily transaction data and ensures accurate execution of end-of-day processes in the system of record. Develops and produces end-of-day risk reports, validates key metrics, and communicates with Power Operations to clarify changes or anomalies. Performs forecast updates within the system of record and estimates the position and PnL impacts. Tracks and documents reporting issues, following up to ensure timely resolution. Maintains consistent communication across teams to support operational integrity.
Principal Analyst :Oversees and improves end-of-day reporting workflows and system execution processes. Identifies recurring issues and leads efforts to enhance data quality and operational reliability. Builds strong cross-functional relationships with Power Operations and other teams to ensure risk reporting is accurate, timely, and actionable. Develops documentation and best practices to support team consistency and long-term process improvements. Demonstrates a deep understanding of the structure and logic behind end-of-day reports and clearly articulates the rationale behind observed changes to ensure transparency and confidence in reporting.
Risk Analysis
Senior Analyst : Conducts detailed financial and credit risk analyses, including daily PnL and VaR reporting. Supports counterparty/vendor credit reviews and contributes to the development of mitigation strategies (e.g., guarantees, letters of credit).
Principal Analyst : Designs and improves risk analysis methodologies and reporting frameworks. Leads complex assessments involving structured transactions or emerging risk factors. Serves as a subject matter expert in interpreting VaR and PnL drivers across portfolios. Works with the quantitative analytics team when needed.
Data Management Tools
Senior Analyst : Maintains and operates risk data tools and systems. Ensures data integrity for pricing, exposure, and risk metrics. Troubleshoots data issues and supports reporting needs.
Principal Analyst : Designs and implements improvements to data infrastructure and analytics tools. Evaluates new technologies and contributes to long-term data strategy for risk management.
Regulatory Risk Coordination
Senior Analyst : Supports regulatory-related risk assessments and contributes to documentation for compliance.
Principal Analyst : Evaluates regulatory changes for potential financial risk impacts. Coordinates with legal and regulatory teams to align risk mitigation strategies with evolving requirements.
As the team evolves, the successful candidate will be expected to adapt to evolving business needs and contribute to future enhancements including but not limited to, risk reporting, analytics, operational processes, credit exposure forecasting, and Gross Margin at Risk (GMaR) reporting.
Principal Level
Education/Experience/Certifications
Education Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/economics or another related field or equivalent experience
Experience Typically eight or more years in related field Education Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics or other related field or equivalent experience
Senior Level
Education/Experience/Certifications
Education Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/economics or another related field or equivalent experience
Experience Typically five or more years in related field Education Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics or another related field or equivalent experience
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)
Principal Level
Functional/General Competencies
Advanced knowledge of risk management concepts including claims, insurance and loss prevention, credit analyses and security interests
Advanced knowledge of relevant software tools and report generator applications
Working knowledge of electrical system operations
Advanced financial modeling skills and experience using Microsoft Excel General Competencies Advanced knowledge of enterprise/business acumen
Advanced decision-making skills Advanced written and oral communication skills
Advanced negotiation and diplomacy skills
Advanced organization and prioritization skills
Advanced analytical thinking skills
Senior Level
Functional/General Competencies
Advanced knowledge of risk management concepts including claims, insurance and loss prevention, credit analyses and security interests
Intermediate knowledge of relevant software tools and report generator applications
Working knowledge of electrical system operations
Advanced financial modeling skills and experience using Microsoft Excel General Competencies Intermediate knowledge of enterprise/business acumen
Advanced decision-making skills Advanced written and oral communication skills
Intermediate negotiation and diplomacy skills
Intermediate organization and prioritization skills
Intermediate analytical thinking skills
Physical and Cognitive Demands
Cognitive
Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks
Ability to follow accuracy standards
Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks
Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress
Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change
Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback
Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement
Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks
Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization Demonstrates sound memory
Ability to process latest information to be applied consistently to work tasks
Schedule/Attendance
Ability to work long hours
Ability to work a variable schedule
Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather
Ability to consistently meet attendance policy and standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance
Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)
Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)
Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)
Environment
Office - Hybrid - 3 days per week in office
Compensation Range:
$89,175.00 - $178,375.00
Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.
PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here (https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511) .
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PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting talentacquisition@pgn.com or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.
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August 28, 2025
