Trade Accountant

The primary responsibility of the Trade Accountant is to control and report high-quality and value-adding financial information related to commercial activity. This is a key role in an exciting part of the business, involving close interaction with trading teams, finance, and risk. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain a unique insight into the business. Our ideal candidate will have proven experience of operating within a fast-paced trading environment with a proactive approach to transactional activities, financial reporting, and control. The primary aim of this role is to manage the Trade Accounting for sugar traded in a variety of global trading locations. The core responsibilities entailed are: - Ensuring complete and accurate information is produced for Spec Book on a daily basis. - Ensuring complete and accurate information is produced for FX exposure on a daily basis and ensuring concise explanation for key moves in given periods. - Ensuring other day-to-day activity related to Trade accounting is carried out. - Ensuring a robust control environment, in line with Minimum Control Standards. The Trade Accountant will actively partake in projects to bring improvement to the Sugar reporting process, P&L attribution, Balance Sheet analysis & Reconciliation to General Ledgers, etc. They will also review and validate daily margin calls with the exchange and perform ad hoc duties as required. The individual undertaking this role would ideally be a qualified Chartered Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent) with solid demonstrable experience of both trade and financial accounting. 1-2 years of experience gained within a bank, big four, or trade house is preferred. Experience of working within physical commodities trading would be desirable. The candidate should have the ability to analyze financial data, prepare financial reports and projections, and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. The role requires a well-organized and efficient individual who can manage competing deadlines with strict time constraints. The Trade Accountant should be flexible, proactive, and willing to take on additional tasks as the department's workload requires.,