Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related fields
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Proficiency in Python coding
Multi-lingual (Spanish/Portuguese) preferred
Organized and self-motivated with problem-solving capabilities
Excellent communication skills
Responsibilities
Process daily invoicing and enter product/ancillary trade-related invoices in Vista
Collaborate with Traders and Commercial Analysts to maintain trade accuracy
Design optimized workflows in interaction with MIS teams using Python
Coordinate with the global Data Science team on AI implementation
Conduct budget reconciliations for accurate PnL capture
Prepare approved invoices for payment in conjunction with Treasury
Ensure timely settlement through accurate invoicing of various costs
Benefits
Opportunity for growth and development in a dynamic work environment
Experience in core business processes and advanced technical tools
Foundation for future advancement within the organization
Collaborative team culture in a fast-paced setting
Full Job Description
Job Description
Vitol's Middle Office function couples a dynamic and challenging work environment with a team eager for growth, learning, and career development. The Middle Office is comprised of distinct and critical roles that support Economic, Operational, Legal and Regulatory health of our Commercial activities. The position offers the analyst the opportunity to work in an area of the organization that blends core business processes as well as the utilization and implementation of advanced technical tools and applications.
As a Trade Settlements Analyst, you will develop an in-depth knowledge of how Vitol operates its businesses, along with valuable experience and skills related to the complete trade life-cycle, encompassing the people, processes, and systems. This role serves as a strong foundation for future advancement and opportunities within the organization.
Responsibilities may include:
Responsible for the daily invoicing of trades and processing the entry of product and ancillary trade-related invoices in Vista
Working directly with the Traders, Operators/Schedulers, and Commercial Analysts with regards to tracking and maintaining accuracy and completeness of trades in Vista (trade processing system)
Interacting with various MIS teams to design and implement optimized workflows utilizing Python
Coordinating with global Data Science team in the implementation and application of artificial intelligence within various business processes
Invoice to cost budget reconciliations to ensure accurate capture of PnL
Preparation of approved invoices for payment and coordinating with Treasury for accurate cash forecasting
Timely and accurate settlement including the invoicing of sales, purchases, transportation and various ad hoc costs
Reconciliation and rolling of monthly storages for accurate inventory reporting
Building relationships with counterparties to facilitate settlement
Budget and cost review, and reconciliation of all open items
Problem solve and explain month end anomalies from Vista for/with accounting
Assist with the correct support documentation for physical movements
Other projects as assigned - includes working on assignments from front office / Commercial team
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in with a focus in Business, Engineering or other related fields
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Proficiency in Python coding
Preferred
Multi-lingual (Spanish / Portuguese) viewed as a positive
Ability to conceptually understand business flows
Self-motivated and proactive in problem solving
Highly organized
Takes the initiative, self-starter
Works well under pressure / fast-paced environment
Analytical approach to data
Adaptability
Seeks to continuously build knowledge
Excellent communication skills
Additional Information
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. Because of the collaborative, fast-paced, and high energy nature of our business, Vitol requires team members to work from our fully equipped office
