Middle Office Analyst

Uniper•Houston, TX

23h

About The Position

The Middle Office Analyst provides independent oversight and analysis of trading activities, portfolio performance, positions, valuations, and associated risks. The role works closely with Front Office and relevant control and support functions to ensure accurate, complete, and timely Risk and P&L reporting. The analyst develops a strong understanding of the trading portfolio, contributes to daily activities, supports reporting and valuation processes, and helps further develop the Middle Office & Risk function.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Business Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a comparable quantitative or business discipline.
At least 3 years of experience in product control, risk management, or a similar role in commodity trading.
Good understanding of commodity trading and financial instruments.
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to deliver accurate work within deadlines.
Strong Excel skills and experience working with trading or risk systems.
Strong analytical mindset and experience understanding, improving, and developing analytical tools to support portfolio movement analysis.
Experience working as a strong team player in an international team.
Excellent communication skills and fluency in English.
Proficient knowledge of Office, SQL, and BI tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience with US natural gas markets.
Experience with Endur, reporting, or data analytics tools.
Knowledge of Power BI and Python.

Responsibilities

Deliver accurate, timely, and relevant information for reportable portfolio positions, P&Ls, and risks.
Prepare and validate daily P&L reports and analyze key drivers, market movements, and trading activities for Risk, Front Office, and senior management.
Ensure the completeness and accuracy of market prices used in daily reporting.
Monitor data flows within relevant reporting tools, ensure data integrity, and drive automation and process improvements.
Support the validation of trading positions and valuations in line with applicable methodology and market conditions.
Support the month-end close process, including P&L reconciliation and other key control processes.
Assist with enhancements to reporting, controls, and methodologies, including automation opportunities.
Work with Front Office, Risk, Finance, and other relevant functions to investigate and resolve reporting or valuation issues.
Support internal and external audits and governance and regulatory requirements.
Contribute to ad hoc projects and analysis as requested by the Risk Director or other senior stakeholders, including Credit and Market Risk management.