ArdentMills Looking for Finance Analyst Risk Management Customer Risk at Denver, CO 80202, United States Full Time

Job Description

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Your Role
The Financial Analyst- Customer Risk Management will have primary responsibility for financial support for our CTA/Commodity Trading Advisor through Ardent Mills Solutions, the Customer Risk Director, Sales and Risk Control Group of Ardent Mills. Responsibilities include financial reporting of derivatives, management reporting for the business, daily position reconciliation, weekly customer communication, establishing and monitoring effective risk controls, assist with internal and external derivative audits, as well as occasionally supporting other treasury groups and Central Hedge Desk. This position will be a key support role for the Ardent Mills Risk Control Group. This position reports to the Ardent Mills Manager of Risk Control Group and has direct accountability to Customer Risk, Risk Management, and Sales.
A successful candidate will have the following attributes:

• The ability to deliver results in first-time situations by inspiring others and working to earn trust every day.
• The willingness to serve others with understanding, respect, and care.
• The ability to operate with simplicity, clarity, and transparency.
• The willingness to effectively deal with and drive change.
• The ability to organize, prioritize and own multiple tasks while meeting and/or exceeding deadlines.
• The ability to learn and apply new technology, with the willingness to share knowledge with others.

Above all you will be expected to carry out all your activities with reliability, integrity, compliance and in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner.
Key Accountabilities

• Oversee and ensure the accuracy of Customer Risk Management activities and their impact to business financial statements.
• Perform daily critical tasks of supporting Ardent Mills Solutions via position reconciliation, period end close processes, analysis, and investigation of customer contract trends.
• Be a co-pilot to the Director of Customer Risk Management and their team in enabling Ardent Mills Solutions to grow its business and add value to the Sales Organization as well as the Risk Team.
• Implement and maintain adequate and effective internal controls across the business processes including managing NFA, CTA, CME, MGEX, CFTC regulations, Board approved limits, accounting policies and procedures including effective metrics to track progress, trends, etc.
• Support other Treasury groups and Central Hedge Desk activities

Essential Skills & Experience

• Bachelorxe2x80x99s Degree in accounting, finance, mathematics, or applicable business discipline
• 3+ years in accounting, finance, or related positions
• Financial reporting and technical skills with deep understanding of GAAP regulatory compliance
• Strong understanding of risk principles and regulatory requirements is a must
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with impeccable attention to detail is a must
• Demonstrated capability to collaborate and execute cross functionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking to establish, improve and streamline processes and procedures
• Ability to work on multiple, complex projects, simultaneously and see them to completion with limited supervision.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Good to Have

• Advanced degree
• Experience working in a Mark-to-Market and/or customer sales atmosphere is preferred
• Accounting expertise in contract valuation, derivative instruments, internal controls, and hedge accounting
• Experience designing, implementing, and monitoring internal controls and effective policies

Other Considerations

• This is a hybrid role based in our Denver, CO Headquarters. The successful candidate will be expected to commit to 3 days per week in Denver HQ.

Ardent Mills is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
The preceding position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this position. The description, duties, functions, and responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of Ardent Mills.

Location: Denver Office CO

Address: 1875 Lawrence Street, Denver CO, 80202

Additional Locations (if applicable):

Employment Type: Full time

Additional Information: COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION:
We provide market-driven base pay, based on skills, abilities, and level of experiences. Our salary ranges are broad, and individual salary will be market competitive based on a candidatexe2x80x99s unique set of skills and level of experience. The starting range for this position is $69,590.29 – $92,816.06, with additional earning potential possible commensurate with experience. Additionally, we believe that our team members are the reason for our success and all team members are incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and individual results achieved. While the specific bonus plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions, the targeted bonus plan and targeted percentage amount for this role is Bonus – MIP, 5% Annual.
BENEFITS:
At Ardent Mills we offer a wide range of benefits to our team members and their eligible family members. Some of our great benefit programs you may be eligible for include: xe2x80xa2 Medical, Dental and Vision Coveragexe2x80xa2 Health and Dependent Savings Accounts xe2x80xa2 Life and Disability Programs xe2x80xa2 Voluntary Benefit Programs xe2x80xa2 Company Sponsored Wellness Programs xe2x80xa2 Retirement Savings with Company Match xe2x80xa2 Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP) xe2x80xa2 Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays xe2x80xa2 Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE).