Esther Yates

Esther Yates is an experienced accounting professional with a strong background in natural gas accounting and financial analysis. Currently serving as Team Lead for Gross Margin Accounting at Direct Energy since June 2015, Esther is responsible for data compilation and analysis to evaluate gross margin improvements and manage month-end close processes. Prior experience includes roles as a Senior Natural Gas Accountant at Direct Energy, Senior Natural Gas Settlements Analyst at BP, and Senior Analyst of Gas at Macquarie Group, where Esther developed expertise in gas volume verification, settlement processing, and invoicing. Esther's career began at Constellation Energy Partners LLC as a Volume Accounting Representative, where responsibility for accurate gas flow records was crucial for timely invoicing. Throughout the career, Esther has been recognized for strong analytical skills and operational efficiency, leading to continued demand from industry employers.