Who we are

We are an energy trading company generating liquidity and value across global commodities markets. We combine deep trading expertise with proprietary technology and the power of data science to be the best-in-class. Our understanding of the dynamics and counterparty requirements in volatile, data-intensive markets, is a key part of our edge. We are extending our trading expertise into new geographies and connected commodities markets. 

At Dare, you will be joining a team of ambitious individuals who challenge themselves and each other to drive innovation that makes a difference to the world. We have a culture of empowering exceptional people to become the best version of themselves.

What you’ll be doing

Reporting to the Director of Financial Operations and Reporting, this is an important role in a growing Finance team. This role focuses on analysing brokerage costs, rebates, exchange fees, and clearing fees. You will also ensure that we validate all third-party invoices/statements whilst managing profit and loss and balance sheets for these areas – this will include proposing month-end journals and completing month-end processes. Further responsibilities will include:

• Monitor business-as-usual financial processes and controls with the aim to drive continuous improvement and implement changes to maximise efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure all brokerage invoices and queries are dealt with on a timely basis and in a professional manner.
• Ensure brokerage invoices are paid on time and within the net terms.
• Advise on brokerage and other material cash inflows and outflows.
• Prepare reconciliations and provide commentary on broker invoice variances versus our internal calculations.
• Complete month-end tasks within specified timescales.
• Adapt and prioritise any urgent business needs and raise any urgent issues to the Director of Financial Operations and Reporting.

You’ll have

• 3+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Office 365.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated experience in managing high data volumes.
• SQL/Python/VBA/Tableau skills.
• People management experience.

Ideal behaviours

• Ability to adapt to competing priorities and demands.
• Able to build and maintain internal and external relationships.
• Strong work ethic and ability to take own initiative.

Desirable

• Experience with financial accounting software, e.g. NetSuite.
• Experience working in a start-up/scale-up.

Benefits & perks

• Competitive salary.
• Vitality health insurance and dental cover.
• 38 days of holiday (including bank holidays).
• Hybrid working.
• A personal learning & development budget of £5000.
• Free gym membership.
• Credited Deliveroo dinner account.
• Monthly office massage therapy.
• Freshly served office breakfast twice a week.
• Fully stocked fridge and pantry.
• Social events and a games room.

Diversity matters

“Strength lies in differences, not in similarities.” – Stephen Covey

We believe in a workplace where our people can fulfill their potential, whatever their background or whomever they are. We celebrate breadth of experience and see this as critical to problem-solving, and to us thriving as a business. Our culture rewards curiosity and drive, so the best ideas triumph and everyone here can make an impact.