Trading Back Office Administrator/Crude Operator

SK Energy Americas Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SK Energy Americas Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking an administrative professional to support management and colleagues, ensure smooth day-to-day office operations, and work both independently and as part of a team.

The role involves accounting support, financial report coordination, invoicing, KYC assistance, data entry, and timely payments, with coordination to HQ in Korea. On-site position requiring working hours during standard business days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Korean bilingual required.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounting and process month-end closing.
• Coordinate financial reports and documentation with HQ and SKI.
• Open, post entries, and manage trading-related payments and invoices.
• Support KYC processes and BP creation.
• Prepare payments and manage daily balances and reports.
• Ensure compliance with audits and documentation.

Skills

Problem analysis

Attention to detail

Time management

Multitasking

Organization

Communication

MS Office (Word Outlook Excel)

Korean language

Customer service mindset

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in international business-related fields such as trade, finance, accounting, business/economics, English

Tools

THOR

SAP

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

This position will be responsible for overseeing a variety of administrative tasks, including support for management and colleagues to ensure organizational effectiveness, day-to-day office operations are ran smoothly and able to work in a team and independently.

Essential Functions (Duties that are fundamental to the role and must be performed on-site)

• Responsible for accounting assistance
• Coordinate in all aspects of financial reports
• Coordinate with Treasury office in HQ and SKI
• Assisting with accounting including opening, posting entries, and month-end closing
• Follow up with trading data entered in THOR and SAP
• Review and confirm the trading and freight for proof of payment.
• Create and receive invoices for trading payments
• Create or expand BP(Business Partner) and assist with KYC process
• Manage daily futures balance and paper positions, daily email report
• Preparing and making payment in a timely mannerClearing AR vouchers and incoming payments for credit management
• Provide documents requested by the audits

The Company reserves the right to modify your roles and responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Other Abilities

• Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level
• Demonstrate attention to detail
• Time management skills
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrate organization and planning skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• In-depth understanding of daily operations
• Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Communication and Co-work with Korean Staff in HQ (Korea)
• Ability to work with Customer service-driven, hospitality mind with an overall professional demeanor
• Ability to interact with employees of all levels

Physical & On-Site Requirements

• This position is performed entirely on-site at the Houston, TX office.
• Regular, predictable, and punctual on-site attendance during standard business hours is an essential function of the job.
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment, handle and organize physical files, and move between departments.
• Ability to lift and carry office supplies, files, and packages weighing up to 20 lbs.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years’ experience in a trading back-office role
• Bachelor's degree (Major in international business-related fields such as trade, finance, accounting, business/ economics, English, etc.)
• Bilingual in Korean is required
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. legally without visa sponsorship

To be considered

In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions.

Work Authorization:

Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas (such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN) or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

SK Energy Americas Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

ADA & Accommodation Notice

The duties listed above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work required for this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

This job description identifies essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). These functions are fundamental to the role and require on-site performance. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered in accordance with applicable law; however, due to the nature of the essential functions, remote work may not be a reasonable accommodation for this position.