RWE Supply & Trading GmbH
To start as soon as possible, full time / part time, permanent
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and dedicated (Senior) Commodity Accountant to join our dynamic team. This role involves overseeing the commodity accounting closing process for individual trading desks and collaborating extensively with Controlling/Risk and other accounting teams.
About the role
You will be pivotal in reconciling IAS financials with internal performance reporting, with a strong focus on the gross margin:
* Facilitate the Commodity Accounting closing process, ensuring smooth month/quarter/year-end procedures and drive continuous process improvements.
* Reconcile performance reporting (full fair value view) to IFRS and local standards while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
* Post unrealized derivatives and accruals for realized transactions.
* Collaborate with the Accounting Data team to enhance transparency and consistency across data streams and support the development of automated processes.
* Analyse accounting data to identify process or system-related issues, providing transparency to management.
* Provide support for accounting-related projects.
Job requirements and experience
* Hold a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
* 3-5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related field.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience working with complex data (e.g., SQL). Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Access.
* In-depth knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and German accounting standards (HGB).
* Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively.
* Demonstrated commitment, initiative, and ability to work well within a team.
Advantageous, but not essential
* Familiarity with S/4HANA.
* Experience in the field of commodity trading.
* Experience in the field of risk management and valuation or controlling.
What we value most is passion, willingness to learn and a determined and resilient work ethic. So, even if you think you do not yet display all of the skills above we would still like to hear from you.
Further we welcome applications from individuals who may not be able to commit to full-time roles. At RWE Supply & Trading GmbH, finding the right person for the job is our top priority, and we are willing to explore flexible arrangements.
Your benefits
We want to make your time with us as enjoyable as possible. At RWE Supply & Trading GmbH we value our employees and strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment. With a range of competitive benefits, we not only offer excellent development prospects and an attractive remuneration package, but also take care of your well-being and understand that life-work integration is essential.
Also our offer includes the following perks:
* Work at the commercial heart of RWE – right on one of Europe’s largest trading floors directly shaping the energy transition.
* Task oriented and hybrid working model.
* Join a diverse and multicultural team in a highly dynamic and rapidly growing business.
* State-of-the-art campus with free fitness centre, child care, on-site barista & restaurants.
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Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 89290, application period: 11.03.2025
Any questions: Contact HR: Deborah Münz, +49 152 57906888
We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.
We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters
RWE Supply & Trading is our connection to the world’s energy markets. With headquarters in Essen, Germany, the tight-knit 2,000-strong team’s drawn from over 70 countries, and operates Europe’s largest and most advanced energy trading floor – trading a mix of electricity, gas, commodities and CO2 emission allowances. They commercially optimise our power plants’ dispatch and take care of the renewables electricity sales, too.
Tech-led and customer-focused, the teams agile mindset helps them respond and adapt intelligently to work that never stands still. Each day, there’s a chance to grow as you create the financial foundations to invest in our green future. From well-established graduate programmes to success-related recognition - you'll experience a culture energised by trust, passion and performance.