Trading Control Analyst - Iselin, NJ (Hybrid)

BASF Catalysts•Woodbridge Township, NJ

23h•$85,000 - $115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Leveraging its deep expertise as the global leader in catalysis and precious metals, BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) serves customers in many industries including automotive, aerospace, indoor air quality, semiconductors and hydrogen economy, and provides full loop services with its precious metals trading and recycling offering. With a focus on circular solutions and sustainability, ECMS is committed to helping our customers create a cleaner, more sustainable world. Protecting our elements of life is our purpose and this inspires us to ever-new solutions. ECMS operates globally in 15 countries with approximately 20 production sites and over 4,000 employees. As the Trading Controlling Analyst, you will support critical Trading processes, including regular review of Committed Metal Position, P&L review and analysis. You will work in close collaboration with global controlling team and other stakeholders on various projects. You will be instrumental in the month-end reporting process, including coordinating the Global Precious Metals and Recycling business (CC-EM) results, supporting multiple segments (Trading, Refining, Precious Metal Chemicals, Temperature Sensing, and Hydrogen), and reporting the Trading controlling results for North America. You will support continuous improvements and projects with a specific focus on digitalization and process automation working in tandem with the global controlling team. You will be based at the ECMS Global headquarters in Iselin, NJ, reporting to the Global Manager, Segment and Metal Controlling. CC-EM is a worldwide leader in the field of precious metals management, offering comprehensive metals management services - from raw metals supply and scrap reclamation to trading, hedging, and financial risk management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls required.
Strong business acumen and analytical skills with the ability to analyze large volumes of data, draw conclusions, and develop actionable recommendations required.
Effective communication skills to interface with senior management, auditors, and other parties, as necessary.
Software skills including Excel (expert level), Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint required.
SAP experience required.
Ability and desire to roll up sleeves with a can-do attitude in a dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.
Five (5) plus years progressively responsible related experience is preferred.
Familiarity/ proficiency with Power BI a plus.

Responsibilities

Support critical Trading processes, including regular review of Committed Metal Position, P&L review and analysis.
Work in close collaboration with global controlling team and other stakeholders on various projects.
Be instrumental in the month-end reporting process, including coordinating the Global Precious Metals and Recycling business (CC-EM) results.
Support multiple segments (Trading, Refining, Precious Metal Chemicals, Temperature Sensing, and Hydrogen).
Report the Trading controlling results for North America.
Support continuous improvements and projects with a specific focus on digitalization and process automation working in tandem with the global controlling team.