Trade Support Accountant

POET; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

POET in Wichita, KS is seeking a highly detail-oriented Trade Support Accountant to produce daily position and P&L reporting for the trading group and finance teams. The role involves assembling contract, shipment, and settlement data for physical and derivative contracts, and collaborating across departments.

The successful candidate will review risk management policies, perform mark-to-market entries, and help test trading tools while maintaining documentation and driving process improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the area of accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years working in an accounting or finance role
• Experience working with Microsoft Office including MS Excel and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Assembling contract, shipment, and settlement information for physical and derivative contracts into a daily position and profit & loss statement.
• Assisting in the review of our risk management and trading policies.
• Preparing mark to market entries and reconciliation functions within our proprietary systems.
• Communicating developments in the business to the relevant parties on a real time basis.
• Assisting in system development of trading support tools by communicating business requirements to our IT group and by testing the system output.
• Maintain and update documentation for your role and look for ways to improve the process

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

ABOUT POETAt POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty-five years, our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.CULTURE IS KING AT POETWe’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIESPOET Is seeking a highly detail-oriented Trade Support Accountant with great communication skills. This role works across a broad cross section of disciplines in our business to produce daily position and profit and loss reporting for our trading group, management, and financial reporting area. The ideal candidate is a problem solver, detail oriented, a good team player, effective communicator and is looking for an opportunity with a strong, growing company in an exciting industry, while engaging with the business on a day-to-day basis.This is an on-site role located in Wichita, KS and can also report from Sioux Falls, South Dakota.Assembling contract, shipment, and settlement information for physical and derivative contracts into a daily position and profit & loss statement.Assisting in the review of our risk management and trading policies.Preparing mark to market entries and reconciliation functions within our proprietary systems.Communicating developments in the business to the relevant parties on a real time basis.Assisting in system development of trading support tools by communicating business requirements to our IT group and by testing the system output.Maintain and update documentation for your role and look for ways to improve the processSince we are all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:Bachelor’s degree in the area of accounting, finance, or a related field.3+ years working in an accounting or finance roleExperience working with Microsoft Office including MS Excel and OutlookA SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:High level of personal integrityFamiliarity with accounting conceptsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organizational and time management skillsSense of urgency which drives resultsStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsAttention to DetailAbility to embrace and promote changeAbility to think objectivelySelf-awareness in the face of uncertaintyAbility to work in a team environmentGROWTH & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIESAt POET, we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.BENEFITSFor eligible team membersComprehensive benefits package: Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contributionQuarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses and Bi-Annual Incentive BonusesCompetitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions401K with company matchPaid time off and paid holidays – 40 hours available on day ONE!Paid Parental LeaveTuition reimbursementAttractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locationsOTHER PERKSFor eligible team membersA multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spirituallyOnsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursementsSafety and cold weather gear reimbursementsDiscounted home and auto insurancePOET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination.