Entry-Level Commodities Trade Control Analyst - Hybrid

Canon Recruiting Group; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Canon Recruiting Group in Houston, TX is seeking a Trade Control Analyst to join the GFICCO Commodities Trade Control Team. The role focuses on trade validation, amendments, and reconciliation, with full training provided and a move to a hybrid schedule after an initial onsite phase.

The position requires keen attention to detail, risk awareness, and strong analytical and communication skills to collaborate with Sales, Trading, and Operations.

Qualifications

• Strong desire to learn.
• High attention to detail with focus on accuracy.
• Sound controls mindset with strong risk awareness.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a high-energy environment.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills across levels of seniority.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload.
• Strong analytical skills including data reconciliation and investigation.
• Logical problem-solving approach and ownership.
• Solid understanding of the trade lifecycle.
• Two to three years of commodities experience preferred.
• Experience with an ETRM system such as Endur/Openlink preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform trade validation by reconciling trades and ensuring accurate system booking.
• Process trade amendments to correct booking errors and maintain accurate trade records.
• Investigate, elevate, and resolve trade breaks in partnership with Sales, Trading, and Operations teams.
• Support regulatory and management reporting activities as required.
• Contribute to process improvement, risk reduction, and control enhancement initiatives.
• Respond to ad hoc requests and support broader team priorities as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Risk awareness

Analytical skills

Deadline-driven

Problem solving

Trade lifecycle understanding

Tools

Endur/Openlink

Job description

Canon Recruiting Group in Houston, TX is seeking a Trade Control Analyst to join the GFICCO Commodities Trade Control Team. The role focuses on trade validation, amendments, and reconciliation, with full training provided and a move to a hybrid schedule after an initial onsite phase.

The position requires keen attention to detail, risk awareness, and strong analytical and communication skills to collaborate with Sales, Trading, and Operations.