Junior Trade Accountant

Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description


Join a highly successful commodity trading company in Stellenbosch, specializing in international physical deliveries. They seek a Junior Trade Accountant to join their dynamic team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a reputable company that values expertise, professionalism, and innovation in the industry.

As the primary contact for our customers and internal parties, you will play a crucial role in ensuring seamless contract execution, planning, and customer service. Your attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel will be key in delivering top-notch customer experiences.

Enjoy competitive compensation, a supportive work culture, and room for professional growth.

Minimum qualifications and experience:

  • Tertiary qualification in Risk Management, Finance, or Accountancy (or related field).
  • Minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in a similar role.
  • Knowledge of accepted accounting practices and principles.
  • Exposure to derivative markets, risk management environments, and the grains industry.
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Review trade position accuracy.
  • Review open contracts.
  • Compile daily PNL report.
  • Daily valuation of new deals.
  • Daily FX valuation.
  • Realized PNL valuation.
  • Ensure accurate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses.
  • Prepare supporting schedules according to monthly close schedule.
  • Prepare monthly account reconciliations per commodity.
  • Perform monthly intercompany reconciliations and recording of transactions.
  • Execute general ledger system operations and month-end close responsibilities.
  • Prepare commercial reports.
  • Assist with internal and external audits.
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Review and approve payments.
  • Validate and maintain data integrity.
  • Handle ad-hoc duties as needed.
Essential skills:
  • Intermediate to advanced MS Excel proficiency.
  • Understanding of derivative markets and/or risk management.
  • Excellent numerical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail and high accuracy.
  • Experience in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to work well under pressure.
  • Effective planning, organizing, and time management.
  • Critical thinking and emotional resilience.
  • Proactive and adaptable.
  • Strong communication and listening skills.
  • Positive attitude.
  • Computer literacy (MS Office, Word, Outlook, web-based platforms).
  • Collaboration at all levels within the organization.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Aptitude for continuous system enhancements and automation.
Desirable skills:
  • Completed SAFEX examination: Agri Market Dealers.
  • Exposure to the grains industry.
  • SAP experience.
  • Experience using an ERP system.
Join their team and be part of a company that values excellence in execution and exceptional customer service. Apply now and contribute to our mission of delivering top-quality services to our valued customers.

Frank Consult

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1292534
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned