Life at Freepoint
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Freepoint Culture
Our commitment to our people is our primary focus in our mission to create a workplace culture driven by these 6 values:
Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Authenticity, Opportunity, Belonging, and Respect
Be rewarded
Receive a competitive compensation package for your hard work
Be Creative
Use your fresh perspective to create efficiencies and make an impact
Be recognized
Experience growth and opportunities for your contributions
Be well
Enjoy company-paid benefits to support the health and safety of you and your family
Be Supported
Collaborate and socialize with smart, driven and diverse colleagues from around the globe
Be You
Reach your full potential by bringing your whole self into our dynamic environment
The three words that best represent Freepoint are nimble, customer-oriented, and smart.
Teams at Freepoint are staffed to allow employees the chance to do interesting work in an efficient way.
In my experience at Freepoint, I have found that leadership and employees are aligned. We are given the incentives and the freedom to achieve the goals we've set.
Freepoint's culture is open and inclusive. When there is an issue everyone chips in to help resolve the problem.
Freepoint is the employer of choice for anyone who wants to work hard and bet on themselves. No other place that I know of gives people the same ability to break into new or different markets and build a business from the ground up.
Join Our Team
We know that it takes special talents to work in the commodities business and we are committed to providing our people with an enriching and rewarding environment. We provide the resources, tools and support our employees need to succeed.
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Stamford, CT USA
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Market Risk Analyst
Stamford, CT USA
As the Market Risk Analyst you'll work to identify, measure, and report daily risk and revenue mainly associated with the North American Natural Gas and Power markets (NAPG) and/or Global Petroleum markets (GP).
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Verify daily PnL by book for the NAPG and/or GP line of business
* Become a CXL super user
* Use independent, 3rd party sources to verify commodity price
* Verify daily market risk by book for the NAPG and/or GP line of business
* Monitor Value at Risk (VaR) and Stress reports and run intraday risk measurements
* Verify price series used in the VaR methodology
* Report and monitor daily risk and revenue. Including creating reports for senior management
* Monitor trader limits and guidelines regarding approved products, tenors, and stop loss.
* Cross coverage of other commodities, regions, or books as needed
* Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting on inventory, transportation, storage contracts, exchange and company position limits, etc.
Minimum experience of 2 years in the commodity trading environment, preferably as a scheduler, operator, risk analyst, trade or operations analyst, financial analyst or trading clerk. This candidate must be self-sufficient and possess the resolution to withstand challenges regarding reporting and PnL accuracy. Natural gas and power product knowledge is an advantage.
Freepoint Commodities is an EEO employer
Senior Accountant
Stamford, CT USA
Responsibilities include:
- Prepare and enter journal entries
- Prepare and review monthly account reconciliations for selected accounts
- Prepare monthly P&L analytics
- Maintain lease accounting schedules and reconciliations
- Assist with preparation of schedules for tax department
- Liaise and coordinate with subsidiaries regarding accounting policies, procedures and reporting requirements
- Research and evaluate the impact of International Financial Reporting standards and disclosure requirements
- Prepare monthly and quarterly internal and external financial reports, including cashflows, branch financials, and compliance certificates for banks
- Assist in 10+ year-end global audits including compilation of footnotes and population of financial statements
- Assist with other projects as needed
Qualifications:
- Minimum of a 4year degree in Accounting required
- 2-3 years of public accounting experience or equivalent experience desired; CPA a plus
- Solid working knowledge of IFRS/GAAP/GAAS
- Advanced computer skills are required; including familiarity with advanced Excel functionality
- Detail oriented and well organized
- Comfort working independently and on multiple projects
- A logical thinker and problem solver
Freepoint Commodities LLC is a Equal Opportunity Employer
Corporate Paralegal
Stamford, CT USA
Responsibilities
- Forming legal entities in the U.S and internationally, including state registrations and set up of sophisticated corporate ownership strauctures
- Maintain corporate records and registrations including drafting resolutions and minutes, certifications, limited liability company agreements, articles and internal service agreements
- Serve as a resource on corporate legal structure and business laws and regulations
- Assist in the management of the corporate insurance program
- Complete KYC, bank account and signatory documentation
- Manage IRS filings, EIN applications and 8832
- Maintain knowledge of best practices and regulatory changes for state and federal requirements
- Lend a fresh eye to current processes with a focus on developing efficiencies
Skills/Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 2-5 years of experience as a paralegal; financial services industry experience preferred
- Familiarity with corporate insurance requirements
- Comfort working independently in a fast paced environment
- Excellent communication, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Certified as a Notary Public is a plus
Freepoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer.