Junior Trade Accountant – Soft Commodities in City of London, London

Redstone Commodity Search focus on offering 360° search solutions to the global commodities markets. With a competitive coverage of Trading Houses, Producers, Majors, Utilities, Merchants, Hedge Funds, Investment Banks and Brokerages; Redstone Commodity Search can confidently offer you an edge in today’s volatile market. Redstone Commodity Search are working with an international Agricultural / Soft Commodity Trading House looking to hire a Junior Trade Accountant to be based in London. Key Responsibilities Support Trade Accountants with daily and monthly activities across the soft commodities trading desk, including P&L preparation, cash accounting, reconciliations and journal entries. Liaise with the offshore accounting team to review and approve daily work, escalating issues where necessary. Contribute to process improvement by identifying inefficiencies and proposing automation or system enhancements. Assist in implementing standardised procedures and internal controls to strengthen accuracy, transparency and audit readiness. Respond to ad hoc requests from trading, shipping and broader finance teams while supporting cyclical activities such as cash-flow forecasting, FX exposure and system upgrades. Requirements Newly qualified Accountant with at least 2 years of experience working in a financial industry / commodities space, strong technical accounting skills and a desire to build experience in commodity trading. Excellent attention to detail, analytical mindset and strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively. Confident communicator with a collaborative approach and strong team ethic. Advanced Excel skills essential; experience with Navision, Cognos or similar systems advantageous.