Associate Risk Analyst

Sprague; Skelton (WV); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Defined Contribution Plan

Flexible working policy

Health plans

Wellness program

Job summary

Sprague, based in Portsmouth, NH, seeks an Associate Risk Analyst to handle daily mark‑to‑market for the RP Supply portfolio, process RP PnL, and reconcile positions with traders and accounting. The role requires an accounting/finance background with strong Excel skills and VBA proficiency, supporting the Nat Gas Middle Office when needed.

The position is hybrid with three in‑office days at Portsmouth. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of relevant experience, energy industry exposure is a plus,

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Economics or Finance with 2–4 years of relevant business experience.
• Strong computer literacy and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, track and report Refined Products Supply positions and mark to market daily.
• Liaise between traders and accounting to resolve position data discrepancies.
• Update trading system reference data in RightAngle (ETRM).
• Monitor/report compliance with Risk Limits for Refined Products daily.
• Support month‑end accounting close.
• Collaborate with the Director, Middle Office on risk monitoring.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Pivot tables

VBA macros

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics or Finance

Tools

RightAngle

Job description

Our Culture

We recently surveyed our employees to ask them their favorite part of the job. They answered, "The people I work with."

Plus, we have some great benefits!

• 401(k) Traditional and Roth plans with employer match of 100% of the first 6% of the employee’s contribution
• Defined Contribution Plan with an automatic contribution from Sprague
• Flexible Working Policy
• Choice of high deductible and PPO Health Plans to fit your individual needs
• Wellness Program

We want to hear from you!

Our Associate Risk Analyst is responsible for the daily mark to market of the Refined Products (RP) Supply portfolio, the daily processing of the RP Supply PnL (profit and loss) reports, the end of day tie out of expected results with the trading desk, the daily reconciliation of financial trading positions to broker statements, and daily risk limit compliance reporting. Our Associate Risk Analyst will interact with the RP Risk Analyst to ensure all daily and month end requirements are completed.

Our ideal candidate has an accounting/financial background with strong computer skills who enjoys analyzing data and reconciling variances. The job requires heavy usage of excel spreadsheets with pivot tables as well as VBA macros. This position is also expected to support the Nat Gas Middle Office team as needed.

• Monitor, track and report Refined Products Supply physical/financial positions and mark to market valuation daily to traders and upper management.
• Primary liaison between Refined Products traders and Refined Products Accounting analysts to resolve position data discrepancies and position valuation questions.
• Updating/maintaining trading system reference data, from book reporting structure to instrument creation in RightAngle (ETRM)
• Monitor/report compliance with Risk Limits applicable to Refined Products daily.
• Support month end accounting close.
• Constant interaction with Director, Middle Office regarding risk assessment monitoring/reporting.
• Handle ad-hoc requests from traders and other stakeholders.

This opportunity will be hybrid with at least three days in the Portsmouth, NH office.

Do you like to solve problems and consider yourself forward thinking? If you are looking for a place to challenge yourself, then Sprague is your place. Sprague employees are dedicated and driven. We work best as a team, knowing that collaboration leads to innovation and the best customer experience. We are looking for hardworking colleagues to join us and help us stay at the forefront of the energy industry, which is where we’ve been for over 150 years.

Qualified candidates for this role will have the following:

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Economics or Finance with 2 to 4 years of relevant business experience.
• Energy industry experience is a plus
• Strong computer literacy, Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Extremely detail oriented
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks according to business need, in collaboration with team members in fast paced, stressful environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing at a desk.
• Frequent use of computer keyboard and mouse.
• Occasional reaching and stretching.
• Occasional lifting and carrying light objects (usually up to 10 pounds).
• Moving within the office environment, including visits to different departments or meeting rooms.
• Prolonged periods of computer monitor work, reading documents, and detailed work.
• Frequent typing and use of office equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly over the phone, video conferencing and in person.

Who we are:

Sprague takes a collaborative, customer-centric approach to providing best-in-class energy products and related services throughout the Northeast. Founded in 1870, we pride ourselves on offering customers the expert solutions and high-quality service that help their businesses thrive in any market landscape. Sprague values innovation, safety, integrity and people. We know that our people are what set us apart from our competition, and we work hard to make sure each employee across our 20+ locations knows how important they are to our community.

Come join us to learn why we are consistently celebrating 20-, 30-, and even 40-year anniversaries here at Sprague!

Sprague is an Equal Opportunity and Aff… We strive to create a respectful and inclusive environment which welcomes people from all backgrounds and experiences.

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