Trading Control Accountant
- Reference: BF1006113
- Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, CIMA Qualified
- Salary: £45000 - £50000 per annum
- Location: City of London
- Type: Permanent
This interesting and challenging position draws information from the Trading system and often requires contact with the Trading department in order to obtain and understand the data, in particular with Middle Office, and Research and Systems. Interaction with all Finance teams is required in order to draw upon information in the financial systems and to provide guidance of treatment of certain items. Reports and reconciliations produced, often under time-pressure, will feed through to finance management in various locations (UK & Europe), and will be used and assessed by internal control and external audit. Queries are regularly received from management (both routine and ad hoc) for which clear responses may require detailed investigation. All applicants must posses a numerical degree and be fully qualified Accounts (CIMA/ACCA/ACA). maths, IT, communication and problem solving skills. Previous knowledge of energy trading systems is highly desirable and the understanding of UK & international accounting standards will be crucial. Self motivation & pro-activity are key in order to understand the information produced and continuously enhance reporting, analysis and control procedures. Along with the competitive basic salary, an outstanding benefits package also exists.
