Trade Accountant (1 year contract)
VitolShanghai, Shanghai, China
Posted September 18, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Vitol is a leading energy sector company with a global presence across oil, power, renewables, and carbon credits. The company specializes in trading over 7 million barrels of crude oil per day and managing a vast network of energy infrastructure to facilitate the energy transition. Vitol's distinctive value proposition lies in its proprietary technology, collaborative culture, and commitment to sustainability, making it a key player in shaping the future of the industry.
Job Description
Vitol is seeking a Trade Accountant to join their Trade Profit and Loss (P&L) team in Shanghai, China. This role involves managing close processes, collaborating with commercial teams, ensuring compliance with Chinese accounting GAAP, and contributing to improving trading systems and data. The role requires strong analytical skills and adaptability within a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- Demonstrate strong accountability and ownership of deliverables.
- Adapt quickly to new concepts in a fast-paced business environment.
- Show interest in developing deep knowledge of trading systems and accounting impacts.
- Exhibit self-motivation, analytical skills, and a proactive approach to ambiguous problems.
- Build relationships across global teams and communicate openly.
- Manage stress, multitask, and adapt to change.
- Continuously assess and improve processes.
- Earn trust through reliable follow-through.
