What are the responsibilities and job description for the Renewables Trade Execution Analyst position at Roeslein & Associates?
Trading and Risk Management
Minneapolis, MN
ID: 4133-226
Full-Time/Regular
Roeslein Renewables, a division of Roeslein & Associates, develops and operates Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) projects across the United States. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, the company partners with landowners, farmers, and communities to reduce on-farm emissions, restore native prairies, and deliver long-term value through regenerative energy solutions. Our team captures biogas from agricultural waste and upgrades it into RNG for pipeline injection. With more than 30 RNG projects completed across multiple states, the company is recognized for its commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation. We value integrity, professionalism, and transparency—and we never stop asking, “What more can we do?”
To learn more, visit our website: https://roeslein.com/renewables/.
Position Summary
The Renewables Trade Execution Analyst is an entry-level role supporting the day-to-day commercial and operational activities of the Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) trading desk. This position assists with trade execution, scheduling, and market operations, ensuring accurate and timely transaction processing and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. It offers foundational exposure to RNG trading, market logistics, and commercial functions, and may serve as a development path toward front-office or broader commercial roles.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Trade Support & Execution
- Review, validate, and approve trade tickets for physical and financial RNG transactions.
- Ensure accurate and timely trade capture into Trading & Risk Management systems.
- Resolve data or valuation discrepancies and prioritize delivery schedule issues.
- Ensure compliance with internal risk policies, audit requirements, and contract obligations.
- Coordinate daily nominations, delivery changes, and pipeline scheduling adjustments.
- Identify process gaps and recommend corrective actions to improve trade accuracy.
- Prepare and analyze daily and weekly trade position, P&L, and exposure reports.
- Validate reconciliations of physical volumes, invoices, and settlements.
- Track environmental attributes (e.g., RINs, LCFS credits) and escalate discrepancies.
- Collaborate with commercial, finance, operations, and legal teams for seamless trade execution.
- Contribute to cross-functional projects focused on operational efficiency and automation.
- Develop understanding of RNG market fundamentals, pricing, and regulatory frameworks.
Work is primarily performed in an office setting. Occasional exposure to industrial or field environments may occur, including dust, fumes, chemicals, hazardous materials, noise, or varying weather conditions. Employees must follow safety standards and wear required PPE in designated areas.
Physical Demands
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach with arms, and communicate effectively. May occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch. Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 pounds regularly.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain, or related field
- 2–3 years of experience in commodities, biofuels trade support, or financial markets
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Interest in RNG market and energy transition dynamics
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must comply with Roeslein & Associates’ core values and maintain strong working relationships
Roeslein & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The job description does not necessarily contain all of the actual or essential duties of this position. All job offers are contingent upon passing a drug screen and criminal background check.