Trade Accountant Job at Gerald Group, Stamford, CT

  • Gerald Group
  • Stamford, CT

Job Description


About the Company:

Gerald Group is one of the world’s oldest and largest commodity trading companies focused on the merchanting of non-ferrous, ferrous, precious metals. For over six decades, we have distinguished ourselves as leading market specialists in the merchanting of all forms of refined metals and raw materials around the world.

We take pride in our well-earned reputation as a dedicated and trusted partner to top-tier miners and processors, industrial consumers, and major financial institutions. We are boldly continuing this tradition as we advance a more sustainable metals trade.

Founded in the United States, our main trading office is in Stamford, Connecticut. Our world-wide operations are supported by trading hubs and offices in Geneva, Shanghai, Dubai, and other locations. In addition to our merchanting business, our mining assets include the Marampa Mines iron ore mine in Sierra Leone, and the Soremi copper and zinc mine in the Republic of Congo.

Position Summary:
Gerald Metals is seeking a Trade Accountant to join the Accounting team in Stamford, CT. The ideal candidate for this role has previous accounting experience with commodities or a hedge fund, is familiar with IFRS standards, and has strong analysis and communications abilities.  

Responsibilities:
Monthly reconciliation of Risk/Trading system profit and loss to general ledger

Performs analysis to ensure accuracy of gross margin

Prepares and books journal entries impacting the gross margin; identifies and reconciles discrepancies that impact the gross margin

Prepares and allocates cost of cash usage by dept/portfolio

Analyzes, ensures accuracy, and prepares reconciliation of trade accruals, inventory and other accounts

Understands and reports profit and loss and mark to market attributes and movements

Evaluate specific business transactions for proper accounting treatment

Validates market valuation

Monitors and ensures compliance of control policies and procedures

Assists in the management of the preparation of the Consolidated Financial statements and reporting to external and internal parties under IFRS

Assists in the preparation of the annual and quarterly reporting on global basis

Assists in the annual external audit

Fields and responds to inquiries from management, traders, and external auditors

Other duties as assigned

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting

A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a strong proficiency in Excel

Previous accounting experience in commodities, hedge fund hedge fund, and/or commodity brokerage firms

Ability to use modern, multi-currency accounting software package

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices

Ability to identify and analyze problems and provide solutions within timelines

Ability to work on-site 5 days a week

 

Employee Programs & Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits

Commuter benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Saving Account

401(k) plan with company match

Short- and long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off for vacation, personal, and sick time

 

We are an equal-opportunity employer. Our teams consist of professionals with diverse backgrounds and skill sets, all of which contribute to the efficacy and profitability of our operations. We take pride in our contributions in aiding developing economies, reducing carbon emissions, and in building towards a more progressive and equitable future.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Flexible hours

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