Senior Financial Controller - Energy Trading (Houston)

Altop Energy LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Altop Energy LLC is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead our accounting and financial reporting functions in Houston. This role will oversee the general ledger, close processes, and full-cycle reporting for a fast-growing energy trading firm.

The candidate will manage trading accounting, NAV reporting, and fee calculations while ensuring strong internal controls and regulatory compliance. You will mentor staff and partner with trading and risk teams to scale operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• 10 years of accounting experience, preferably in energy trading, financial services, or commodities.
• Experience at a Big 4 firm or fund accounting environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations: GL, reconciliations, month-end close, reporting.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements incl. cash flow.
• Manage trading accounting: settlements, MTM, P&L entries.
• Oversee NAV calculations and reporting accuracy.
• Calculate and review management and investor fees.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting policies.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax, and regulatory rules.
• Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, banks, and service providers.
• Collaborate with trading and risk teams on capture, settlements, MTM, reporting.
• Improve systems, reporting, and efficiency as the firm scales.
• Lead and mentor accounting staff; oversee day-to-day activities.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Leadership

Month-end close

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Altop Energy LLC is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead our accounting and financial reporting functions in Houston. This role will oversee the general ledger, close processes, and full-cycle reporting for a fast-growing energy trading firm.

The candidate will manage trading accounting, NAV reporting, and fee calculations while ensuring strong internal controls and regulatory compliance. You will mentor staff and partner with trading and risk teams to scale operations.