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Job Responsibilities Market Settlements: * Shadow settle ISO/RTO invoices and identify any non-routine charges or unique agreements and develop processes for systematic reconciliation. * Monitor and ...

Job Responsibilities Market Settlements: * Shadow settle ISO/RTO invoices and identify any non-routine charges or unique agreements and develop processes for systematic reconciliation. * Monitor and ...

Senior Settlements Analyst

Dallas, TX · On-site

$79K - $107K/yr

As a Senior Settlements Operations Analyst will be responsible for the comparison and reconciliation of securities transactions with street side counterparties and settling those transactions timely ...

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How much do settlements jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for settlements in the United States is $70,370.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $77,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are settlements in finance?

In finance, settlements refer to the process of completing a trade, where the buyer receives the purchased securities and the seller receives payment. This process involves verifying and transferring ownership of securities, reconciling accounts, and ensuring both parties fulfill their obligations. Settlements are crucial for reducing risk and ensuring the smooth functioning of financial markets, typically occurring within a few days after a trade is executed.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in settlements roles within financial institutions?

Professionals in settlements roles often face challenges related to tight deadlines, ensuring the accuracy of large volumes of transactions, and resolving discrepancies quickly to avoid financial losses or regulatory penalties. The role requires close attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication with internal teams and external parties such as banks or clients. Additionally, adapting to evolving regulatory requirements and technological changes in payment systems is essential for continued success in this field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a settlements analyst, and why are they important?

To succeed as a Settlements Analyst, you need strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and knowledge of financial operations, often supported by a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Familiarity with settlements systems such as SWIFT, clearing platforms, and financial software like Excel or SAP is typically required. Excellent organizational skills, communication, and the ability to work under pressure help you resolve discrepancies efficiently and collaborate across teams. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, minimizing risk, and maintaining trust with clients and counterparties.

What is the difference between Settlements vs Loan Officers?

AspectSettlementsLoan Officers
Required CredentialsReal estate license, settlement agent certificationLoan originator license, mortgage licensing
Work EnvironmentTitle companies, escrow offices, real estate transactionsBanks, mortgage companies, lending institutions
Industry UsageReal estate, title, and escrow servicesMortgage lending, banking, finance
Common Search IntentReal estate closings, title servicesMortgage applications, loan approval

Settlements primarily focus on managing real estate closings and title transfers, working closely with real estate transactions. Loan officers, on the other hand, originate and process mortgage loans for clients. While both roles are involved in real estate finance, settlements handle the closing process, and loan officers focus on loan approval and funding.

What is a settlements job description?

A settlements job involves reviewing and processing financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. Professionals in this role often work with financial documents, perform reconciliations, and use specialized software to settle accounts efficiently and accurately.
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What states have the most Settlements jobs?

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Infographic showing various Settlements job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,370 per year, or $33.8 per hour.

Senior Settlements Analyst

Calpine

San Diego, CA • On-site

$70K - $99K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago


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8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

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Job description

Calpine, a business unit of Constellation Energy Corporation (Nasdaq: CEG), is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. With 79 energy facilities in operation, Calpine's fleet has the capacity to generate approximately 27,000 MW of electricity - enough to power approximately 27 million homes. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.
The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.
Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)
This position will be responsible for monitoring of ISO/RTO market settlements for the assigned market(s) and will partner with leadership to develop and maintain financial models that provide financial visibility across our portfolio and will report directly to the Manager of Market Settlements.
Job Responsibilities
Market Settlements:
  • Shadow settle ISO/RTO invoices and identify any non-routine charges or unique agreements and develop processes for systematic reconciliation.
  • Monitor and understand costs associated with positions within the market(s) and ensure internal processes properly account for those costs (Pricing, Risk, Billing, Accounting)
  • Resolve invoice reconciliation discrepancies with external counterparties and internal scheduling and trading teams; ensure accuracy of activities recorded in trading system.
  • Understand settlement rules, timelines and supporting files, validate and reconcile the ISO/RTO market settlement statement, invoices and settlement detail to ensure that new and revised charges are configured in accordance with published Business Practice Manuals and Tariffs.
  • Quarterly filing of FERC EQR.
  • Participate in ISO/Regulatory calls as necessary to monitor and understand market changes.
  • Acting as a change agent to identify and implement process improvements to promote best practices for their market.
  • Provide timely and accurate information to both external and internal customers.
  • Meets timelines for various deliverables while maintaining excellent quality of work product.

Retail Structuring/Accounting/Billing:
  • Assist organization's accounting and operations teams in the development of corporate financial requirements and with month-end close and forecasting process
  • Collaborate with Accounting, Risk, Billing and Structuring teams to automate and support business intelligence reporting.
  • Prepare and analyze reports in areas such as forecasts, statistical reports, cash flow projections, and other financial reporting.
  • Provides support to accounting team during monthly close cycles as needed.
  • Work and communicate with various internal groups to compile and analyze data, including Contract Administration, Front and Middle Offices, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Treasury, Credit, Information Technology (IT) and Legal

Capacity/Transmission Obligation Modeling, Load Shaping and Line Losses:
  • Review utility/ISO tariffs and document specific rules relating to adjustments of metered load prior to settlement including but not limited to PLC/NSPL models, load profiles, loss factors and unaccounted for energy.
  • Set up and maintain updated load profile and loss factor data in all the pricing and billing databases

Job Requirements
  • Master's degree in Math, Business, Engineering, Finance or Accounting, plus 2-3 years of relevant work experience, energy industry preferred (or)
  • Bachelor's degree in Math, Business, Engineering, Finance or Accounting, plus 4-5 years of relevant work experience, energy industry preferred.
  • Effective communication skills both written and oral
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem solving and statistical skills
  • Excellent computer skills with an emphasis on Excel, Word and VBA
  • Basic understanding of ISO Settlements, tools, applications, etc.

Salary Range
$70,304 - $99,062
Additional Calpine Information:
  • Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
  • Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

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