Business Analyst II, III, or Sr (Trading Control)

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Business, or a related field.

Required Experience

• 0-3 years of experience supporting commodity trading, risk management, settlements, middle-office operations, financial analysis, accounting, or related analytical functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic understanding of commodity trading, risk management, and settlement processes.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to interpret financial and operational data.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Exposure to reporting and visualization tools such as Power BI.
• Familiarity with energy markets, trading organizations, or financial controls.

Analyst III (Grade 4)

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Business, or a related field.

Required Experience

• 4-9 years of experience supporting commodity trading, risk management, settlements, middle-office operations, trading controls, accounting, or related analytical functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of commodity trading, risk management, and settlement processes.
• Experience analyzing trading activity and validating financial and operational data.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Experience with Power BI, database reporting tools, or similar analytics platforms.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, investigate issues, and recommend solutions.
• Knowledge of internal controls, governance practices, and compliance requirements.
• Experience collaborating with traders, accounting, risk management, and commercial teams.
• Working knowledge of energy markets and trading operations.

Analyst Sr (Grade 5)

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Business, or a related field.

Required Experience

• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience supporting commodity trading, risk management, settlements, middle-office operations, trading controls, accounting, or related analytical functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of commodity trading, risk management, settlement processes, and trading controls.
• Extensive experience analyzing complex trading and financial data to identify trends, risks, and control issues.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel and advanced analytics/reporting tools.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading investigations, resolving complex issues, and implementing process improvements.
• Advanced knowledge of energy markets, trading operations, and commercial business practices.
• Ability to serve as a subject matter expert and mentor less experienced analysts.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiatives that improve control effectiveness and operational efficiency.

Location and Work Environment

This position is based at SouthStar’s corporate office in Atlanta, Georgia, with a hybrid work schedule of four days in-office and one day remote per week (subject to change per business needs). The work environment is dynamic, fast-paced, and challenging with competing demands.

Disclaimer

This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.