Vitol Group

Vitol is the leader in the energy sector with a presence across the spectrum, from oil through to power, renewables and carbon credits and has been profitable in every year since its foundation in 1966. Vitol is focused on the sale, purchase and transport of physical energy commodities on a global basis. They are headquartered in Geneva, with key operations also situated in Houston, London, Singapore, Rotterdam and Bahrain with a further 40 offices worldwide. The firm's success is based on a commitment to long term customer and supplier relationships, a global intelligence gathering capability and the depth, breadth and experience of their professionals to take full advantage of market opportunities.

It isn’t ships or terminals or cargoes that create their success: it’s the calibre of their people. Being a global business, they come from all over the world and represent a vibrant mix of different nationalities, educational backgrounds and life experiences. In fact, today, people from around 60 different countries work for the Vitol group, all around the world. They continue to build their reputation as a leading player in the energy markets through their creativity, commitment, professionalism and entrepreneurial spirit.

Website: www.vitol.com

The accountant position is a key role, reporting to the Accounting Manager based in Rotterdam.

The accountant will have responsibility for:

• Book keeping for Vitol companies using Vitol proprietary systems
• Month and end year closing for Vitol companies
• Financial reports preparation (Dutch statutory accounts, management accounts)
• Preparing for and participating in annual audits
• Analytical review of Balance sheet and P&L accounts
• Monthly intercompany reconciliations, proposing and arranging Interco settlements
• Calculation and booking of intercompany interests
• Reconciliation with clearing-house accounts
• Booking and request of invoices payment
• Booking of cash transactions and reconciliations of bank balances
• Review and follow-up of overdue invoices
• Invoicing of intercompany service agreements

• 5 years’ experience
• Ideally experience in similar role in trading business, ideally commodity trading
• Excellent track record in accounting and familiar with IFRS standards
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Fluent in English

Characteristics Personal       

• Excellent Judgement
• Outstanding communication and relationship management skills
• Result oriented, creative and demonstrably commercial
• Well organised, disciplined, able to follow through
• Global outlook, able to work across organisational and cultural boundaries
• Team player, with an open non-political style and a high level of personal integrity

High energy levels and ability to see big picture, as well as drill into the detail

• Vitol is an international company with offices across all continents 
• You will work in a flat and approachable organization
• We are a great place to work. We have an excellent working atmosphere and we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package