Profit and Loss Analyst - Alliance Resource Group

Alliance Resource Group is partnered with a Orange County leader in the energy industry to recruit for a Financial Analyst with an emphasis in profit and loss. This role gets great visibility to the organizations leadership and reports directly to the CFO. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Generate and distribute daily position reports and profit & loss (P&L) summaries for the trading team.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between front-end trading platforms and back-office records.
• Conduct thorough analysis of daily P&L, evaluating revenue streams, cost factors, and overall profitability.
• Monitor trading positions and ensure adherence to cash value limits.
• Present financial projections and forecasts to senior management.
• Validate trade execution details to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor and assess market, credit, and operational risks linked to trading activities.
• Maintain and regularly update financial databases, ensuring data integrity.
• Assist in the creation and execution of risk management protocols.
• Ensure all trading activities adhere to internal policies and meet regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and reconcile required reports for regulatory compliance, particularly in energy trading.
• Verify or input settlement prices for commodities (e.g., NYMEX, regional fuel indices, futures) into the main system.
• Manage collateral needs, including handling margin calls, to support trading operations.
• Conduct monthly audits in coordination with marketing on all transactional activities.
• Work with IT and other teams to develop, test, and implement new systems and tools.
• Provide timely support and troubleshoot issues arising during the trade lifecycle.
• Proficiency in Excel is essential, along with strong presentation skills.
• Compensation $80,000-$90,000 a year with discretionary bonus