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We are assisting our client a Global Physical Commodity trader based in Midtown, NYC in their search for a trade accountant. This position supports multiple trading desk with their monthly P&L / financials. This position focuses on maintaining accurate trade accounting, validating inventory activity, and ensuring alignment between trading records and the general ledger. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills and a solid background in commodities and derivative accounting.
Job Responsibility
Daily and monthly reconciliation of trading activity against accounting records
Review inventory balances and movements, investigating differences and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner
Maintain trade accounting entries related to commodity transactions and associated financial reporting impacts
Requirements
At least 2 years of experience in a commodity accounting, or external audit
Experience performing reconciliations across trading platforms, subledgers, and accounting systems
Strong inventory analysis skills with the ability to detect and explain variances
High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting
Proficiency in Excel and comfort working with large transactional data sets