Quadra Commodities seeks an experienced finance professional to manage some of our global controlling and reporting functions to join our Geneva team.
The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in senior finance roles in commodity trading and/or in one of the big 4 audit firms with commodity exposure. In this senior role, you will oversee financial reporting and controls, prepare consolidated statements, and lead our global accounting function.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting : Lead the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports, ensuring compliance with applicable standards. Provide insightful financial analysis to support decision-making and strategy.
Consolidation & Reconciliation : Manage the groups accounting consolidation process, including intercompany accounts reconciliations, to produce accurate consolidated group statements and financial reports. Verify that all business units results are correctly integrated.
Financial Close & Controls: Oversee the end-to-end financial close process and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies. Safeguard the integrity of financial data by implementing rigorous controls and checks. Identify and resolve any discrepancies.
Audit & Compliance: Act as the liaison with external auditors, coordinating audit processes and ensuring that all financial reporting meets standards and regulatory requirements.
Team Leadership: Provide guidance, training, and performance management to ensure an effective and productive accounting department.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Industry Experience : Minimum of 10 years of experience in senior finance/accounting roles in the commodity trading sector.
Prior experience in one of the big4 audit firms is required providing a strong foundation in accounting principles, controls, and best practices A professional qualification (CPA, CA or equivalent) is a plus.
Education : Bachelors or Masters degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. An advanced degree or certification (MBA, ACCA, CPA) is advantageous, especially with specialization in finance or commodity trading.
Language Skills : Fluency in English (written and spoken) is mandatory. Proficiency in French or other languages is a strong plus given our international environment.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems is required for managing financial processes and reporting. Strong Excel skills and familiarity with business intelligence tools are also expected.
Soft Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a high level of integrity. Strong organizational and time management skills to handle tight deadlines. Effective communication and leadership skills to work with cross-functional teams and mentor junior staff.
About Quadra Commodities
Quadra Commodities is a Swiss-based international trading house specializing in grains, oilseeds, freight, and trade finance, with operations around the globe.
We pride ourselves on being a flexible and reliable mid-sized company, employing multi-skilled entrepreneurs to drive innovative trading and hedging strategies for our clients
Joining our team means working in a dynamic environment at the heart of the global commodities market, with opportunities for growth and impact.
If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to take on a senior role in a fast-paced commodity trading company, we invite you to apply.
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