Trade Accountant

JOB DESCRIPTION

Trade Accountant role in Stamford, CT, sounds like a great opportunity for someone with a strong background in accounting, especially within commodities or hedge funds. Here are some key highlights:

Responsibilities:

• Reconciliation: Monthly reconciliation of Risk/Trading system profit and loss to the general ledger.


• Analysis: Ensuring accuracy of gross margin and preparing related journal entries.


• Cost Allocation: Preparing and allocating cost of cash usage by department/portfolio.


• Reconciliation: Analyzing and preparing reconciliation of trade accruals, inventory, and other accounts.


• Reporting: Understanding and reporting profit and loss, mark to market attributes, and movements.


• Compliance: Monitoring and ensuring compliance with control policies and procedures.


• Financial Statements: Assisting in the preparation of Consolidated Financial statements and reporting under IFRS.


• Audit Support: Assisting in annual external audits and responding to inquiries from management, traders, and external auditors.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelors degree in accounting.


• Experience: 3-5 years of experience, preferably in commodities, hedge funds, or commodity brokerage firms.


• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and modern multi-currency accounting software.


• Knowledge: Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.


• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and analyze problems and provide timely solutions.


• Availability: Ability to work on-site 5 days a week.

Employee Programs & Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.


• Commuter benefits and flexible spending accounts.


• Health Savings Account and 401(k) plan with company match.


• Short- and long-term disability.


• Tuition reimbursement.


• Paid time off for vacation, personal, and sick time.