Cobblestone Energy is an energy trading company specialising in the European Gas and Power markets. Established in 2017, we are shaping the future of global commodity trading with a focus on deep analytics. Our success is driven by our people, whom we back with real responsibility from the start. At Cobblestone Energy, excellence is valued and extraordinary talent from around the world is welcomed. Our flat organisational structure encourages a culture of innovation, granting team members autonomy and ownership of their work.
Cobblestone Values
Lifelong learning with continuous reflection
Independent thinking through a meritocracy of ideas
The team is more important than the individual.
Relentless pursuit of excellence
Hiring and keeping only the most effective people
Others must benefit from our existence.
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Remote Financial Accountant to join our team. As a Remote Financial Accountant, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with regulations, and providing financial insights and recommendations directly impacting company strategy and decision-making. This is a remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere.
What we offer in this role
Challenging work in a 100% remote environment.
Fast-paced environment with intellectually stimulating work.
Committed and remarkably talented colleagues.
An exciting and challenging career with unlimited growth opportunities.
An opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams and directly influence business decisions
Opportunity to lead a talented team.
Requirements
Minimum 2-3 years of experience in
Ability to leverage technology to simplify, improve and innovate finance processes and systems.
Entrepreneurial individual ready to take complete ownership of finance processes.
Advanced analytical and numerical skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software; familiarity with data query/data management tools is desirable.
Independent thinker with a growth mindset.
Responsibilities
Manage and improve day-to-day financial processes, including cash flow, reconciliations, and cost analysis.
Coordinate the preparation, tracking, and reconciliation of ledgers, budgets, and financial plans.
Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes to support business operations.
Advise on adoption of appropriate accounting treatments.
Manage month-end and year-end close processes.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual statements (balance sheets and income statements) to identify results, trends, and financial forecasts.
Manage and coordinate compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings in the different jurisdictions in which we have operations.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards across multiple jurisdictions
Prepare and analyse key competitor analysis and make recommendations for improvements.
Overseeing the financial liquidity of the company
Responding to financial inquiries by gathering and interpreting data
Motivate/lead/train/supervise other team members within the finance function.
Desirable Qualities
Experience in industry-focused finance roles (e.g., energy trading, commodities, technology, or similar sectors)
Exposure to finance issues in multiple jurisdictions
Experience working directly within operational finance in industries such as energy trading, FMCG, tech, manufacturing, or similar
Experience with Group accounting and cross border transactions
Strong knowledge of corporate accounting practices and regulations.
Solid knowledge of accounting regulations
BSc degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Economics or relevant field
Additional certification (e.g. ACCA or CPA) is preferred
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Technology, Information and Internet
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