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B.B. Energy

Trade Accountant

Houston, TX · On-site

About the Role We are a global commodity trading firm hiring a high-potential early-career accountant to take real ownership of our month-end close and grow into a full commodity trading accountant.

BB Energy

Trade Accountant

Houston, TX · On-site

About the Role We are a global commodity trading firm hiring a high-potential early-career accountant to take real ownership of our month-end close and grow into a full commodity trading accountant.

BB Energy

Trade Accountant

Houston, TX · On-site

About the Role We are a global commodity trading firm hiring a high-potential early-career accountant to take real ownership of our month-end close and grow into a full commodity trading accountant.

Louis Dreyfus Company

Senior Trade Accountant

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$72K - $90K/yr

Reviews and approves accounting journal entries for trading activities and certain operating activities. * Prepares and/or reviews monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for local ...

JPI

Trades Accounting Lead

Coppell, TX · On-site

Associate Referral Bonuses About the Job JPI has an exciting opportunity for a Trades Accounting ... A certification preferred. * 5-7 years of accounting experience, including at least 1-2 years in a ...

JPI

Trades Accounting Lead

Dallas, TX · On-site

Associate Referral Bonuses About the Job JPI has an exciting opportunity for a Trades Accounting ... A certification preferred. * 5-7 years of accounting experience, including at least 1-2 years in a ...

JPI

Trades Accounting Lead

Dallas, TX · On-site

Associate Referral Bonuses About the Job JPI has an exciting opportunity for a Trades Accounting ... A certification preferred. * 5-7 years of accounting experience, including at least 1-2 years in a ...

JPI

Associate Referral Bonuses About the Job JPI has an exciting opportunity for a Trades Accounting ... A certification preferred. * 5-7 years of accounting experience, including at least 1-2 years in a ...

KeyState

Senior Accountant - Client Accounting

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$70K - $88K/yr

Investigate and resolve trade, accounting, and reporting discrepancies in coordination with internal stakeholders. * Monitor and reconcile entity cash accounts and ensure transactions are properly ...

Gunvor

Trading Desk Accountant

Houston, TX · On-site

Trading Desk Accountant Contract Type: Time Type: Full time Experienced accountant to perform ... Validate AR/AP balances for assigned trade desks/commodities * Ensure accuracy and consistency with ...

Gunvor

Trading Desk Accountant

Houston, TX · On-site

Trading Desk Accountant Contract Type: Time Type: Full time Experienced accountant to perform ... Validate AR/AP balances for assigned trade desks/commodities * Ensure accuracy and consistency with ...

The Trade Desk

Accountant

Ventura, CA · On-site

$58K - $77K/yr

The Trade Desk is seeking a Staff Accountant to be part of the Accounting Team. This role will report to the Accounting Associate Manager and will be part of a high-caliber Accounting and Finance ...

Kodiak Cakes

Trade Analyst

Park City, UT · On-site

$62K - $72K/yr

Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and trade finance policies ... Dispute andcollectallerroneousmaterial offsets and deductions. * Collectoutstanding receivables ...

Kodiak Cakes

Trade Analyst

Park City, UT · On-site +1

$62K - $72K/yr

Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and trade finance policies ... Dispute and collect all erroneous material offsets and deductions. * Collect outstanding ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for trade accountant in the United States is $68,326.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,500.00 and $78,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a trade accountant?

Trade accountants are finance professionals who specialize in managing and recording financial transactions related to trading activities, such as buying and selling securities, commodities, or foreign exchange. They ensure that all trades are accurately documented, reconciled, and comply with relevant regulations and accounting standards. Their responsibilities often include preparing financial statements, analyzing trade data, and supporting audits. Trade accountants play a crucial role in helping organizations understand their trading positions and financial performance.

What are some common challenges trade accountants face when reconciling transactions across multiple markets or currencies?

Trade Accountants often encounter complexities when reconciling transactions that span various markets and currencies, such as differing settlement cycles, fluctuating exchange rates, and inconsistent regulatory requirements. Staying organized and maintaining meticulous records are crucial for ensuring accuracy and compliance. Additionally, effective communication with traders, portfolio managers, and back-office teams is essential for resolving discrepancies promptly and streamlining the reconciliation process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a trade accountant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Trade Accountant, you need a strong background in accounting principles, financial analysis, and knowledge of trading operations, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with trade reconciliation software, ERP systems like SAP, and sometimes certifications such as CPA or CFA are typically required. Detail orientation, analytical thinking, and effective communication are vital soft skills for this role. These skills and qualifications are important to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, and efficient financial reporting in fast-paced trading environments.

What is the difference between Trade Accountant vs Trade Analyst?

AspectTrade AccountantTrade Analyst
CredentialsAccounting certifications (e.g., CPA), finance backgroundBusiness or finance degree, analytical skills
Work EnvironmentFinance departments, accounting teamsMarket research, sales, and marketing teams
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturers, trading companies, finance firmsRetailers, consumer goods, trading firms

Trade Accountants focus on financial recording, compliance, and reporting related to trade activities, ensuring accurate financial statements. Trade Analysts analyze market trends, sales data, and trade performance to inform business strategies. While both roles involve trade-related work, Trade Accountants handle financial accuracy, whereas Trade Analysts focus on market insights and performance analysis.

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Trade Accountant

Houston, TX • On-site

B.B. Energy
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Re-posted 21 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Own recurring month-end close entries including trade accruals, inventory valuation, and mark-to-market adjustments.

  • Prepare and reconcile trade-related data, including trade accruals, physical inventory, and hedge positions under IFRS 9.

  • Manage daily operational tasks such as AP/AR posting, cash application, and perform system-to-GL reconciliations.

Job description

About the Role


We are a global commodity trading firm hiring a high-potential early-career accountant to take real ownership of our month-end close and grow into a full commodity trading accountant. This is not a data-entry seat: the core of the role is technical close work - trade accruals, inventory valuation, mark-to-market on physical forwards and hedges, broker reconciliations, intercompany, and IFRS group reporting.


You will report directly to the Regional Financial Controller and be developed deliberately: 


Within your first year the expectation is that you own defined close deliverables end-to-end, not that you assist with them indefinitely. We run a modern close - we make real use of Excel automation and AI tools, and you'll have room to improve the processes you take on.


What You'll Do


Month-End Close & Trade Accounting (core of the role)

  • Own recurring close entries: accruals and reversals, prepaids, leases, fixed assets, payroll allocations
  • Prepare trade accruals for open costs at month-end using ETRM data (Symphony and RightAngle)
  • Perform month-end inventory valuation, including physical inventory reconciliations to terminal statements and weighted-average cost calculations
  • Prepare mark-to-market entries on physical forward contracts and hedge positions under IFRS 9
  • Reconcile realized and unrealized hedge P&L between ETRM data and broker/clearinghouse statements
  • Drive intercompany reconciliations and confirmations across global affiliates
  • Reconcile cash and bank loan balances to bank statements and confirmations


Financial Reporting & Analysis

  • Own trial balance reconciliations, tying account balances to supporting documentation
  • Prepare components of the monthly group reporting package submitted to global consolidation (IFRS)
  • Prepare monthly SG&A variance analysis; investigate and resolve anomalies
  • Perform system-to-GL reconciliations between the ETRMs and Dynamics


Daily Operations

  • Manage daily AP/AR posting, cash application, and Expensify expense processing, with AR/AP aging reviews
  • Identify opportunities to streamline and automate routine processes - we support and encourage this


What We're Looking For


Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 1–3 years in public accounting (Big Four or similar) or related industry, or a top-performing recent graduate with demonstrable technical strength (internships, case competitions, relevant coursework)
  • Advanced Excel: pivot tables, XLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, and comfort restructuring large, messy data extracts
  • A reconciliation mindset - you want the numbers to tie, and you independently run down the reasons they don't
  • Intellectual curiosity about markets: you want to understand the trades behind the entries, not just book them
  • Clear written communication; able to document processes and defend your numbers to reviewers


Preferred (not required)

  • CPA progress (exams passed or in progress)
  • Experience using AI tools in your work - we make good use of them and you'll fit right in
  • Coding or scripting experience (Python, VBA, Power Query, or similar) - a genuine plus here, with real opportunities to apply it
  • IFRS exposure, particularly IFRS 9 / financial instruments
  • Working knowledge of Spanish
  • Exposure to ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics) or ETRM systems (Symphony, RightAngle, or similar)


Systems You'll Use

Microsoft Dynamics (GL/ERP)  ·  Symphony and RightAngle (ETRM)  ·  Expensify  ·  Excel and Power BI  ·  AI-assisted workflow tools


Why This Role


  • Technical scope years ahead of peers: physical inventory, derivatives, MTM, and hedge accounting in year one - work most accountants don't touch until senior level
  • Direct development by the Regional Financial Controller, with a defined path from owning deliverables to owning full close cycles
  • A team that invests in modern tools - if you like improving processes, not just running them, you'll have the space to do it
  • Compensation positioned at the top of the market for this level
  • Global exposure: intercompany, consolidation, and multi-entity IFRS reporting
  • Continuing professional education (CPE) paid by the firm


                                               Visa sponsorship is not available for this position