Trade Accountant

Blake Smith Staffing LLC

Trade Accountant

Stamford, CT
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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: Bachelor’s 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.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    must have worked in the commodity or hedge fund space.

    Additional Information

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.