Blake Smith Staffing, LLC
Trade Accountant
Blake Smith Staffing, LLC, Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06928
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.
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.