Settlements Analyst (Commodity Trading)

X4 Technology; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic commodity trading firm in London is seeking a Settlements Analyst to enhance their financial processes and controls. The role entails managing invoice cycles, resolving discrepancies, ensuring compliance, and driving improvements in settlements. Ideal candidates will bring 1-3 years of relevant experience and a background in Accounting or Finance, alongside strong communication and multitasking skills.

Benefits

15-30% bonus

10% employer pension contribution

Private medical/dental insurance

Life insurance

Income protection

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in commodity trading or similar settlements role.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full cycle of invoice creation, reconciliation, and settlements.
• Monitor cash collections and prepare aging reports.
• Identify process improvements and lead implementation.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Problem Solving

Education

Qualification in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Compensation: £50,000-65,000, 15-30% bonus, 10% pension and much more

X4 are partnered with one of London's fastest growing commodity trading firms, offering an exciting opportunity for a Settlements Analyst to join their global team of 400.

Joining a collaborative and friendly team, the Settlements Analyst will play a critical role in the design, implementation, maintenance and operation of financial processes and internal controls related to settlements.

Responsibilities of the Settlements Analyst (Commodity Trading):

• Manage the full cycle of invoice creation, distribution, reconciliation and settlement of physical and financial trading activities, handling both Accounts Payable and Receivable.
• Coordinating with stakeholders to proactively identify and resolve invoice reconciliation discrepancies.
• Monitor and ensure timely cash collection and prepare aging reports.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within settlements and lead implementation initiatives.
• Maintain and regularly update Standard Operating Procedures for the Settlements team.
• Ensure strict compliance with trading standards, regulatory requirements and accurate tax treatment of invoices.

Requirements for the Settlements Analyst (Commodity Trading):

• 1-3 years of experience working in a commodity trading house, ideally in a settlements role or one with similar responsibilities.
• Recognised qualification in Accounting or Finance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and strong system savvy.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, strong self-initiative.
• Excellent multitasking skills with the ability to work well under time pressure.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with attention to detail.
• A collaborative mindset and a strong team player.

Compensation: Attractive packageincluding £50,000-65,000 salary, 15-30% bonus, 10% employer pension contribution, private medical/dental, life insurance, income protection and much more.

Interview process: First round interviews are being scheduled for W/C 9th June, with the full 3-stage process expected to conclude by mid/late June.

Please apply online for immediate consideration.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst

• Industries

  Oil and Gas

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