Job Description
Job Description
AP Trade Finance Analyst
Houston, TX | Onsite (77024) Salary: $85,000–$95,000 + 10% Bonus
About the Opportunity
Our client is a growing global commodity trading and logistics company headquartered in Houston. Following a recent headquarters relocation and finance transformation, they're expanding their Accounting & Finance team and seeking an experienced AP Trade Finance Analyst to join their collaborative, hands-on environment.
This position reports directly to the CFO and offers broad exposure across Accounting, Treasury, Operations, and Commercial teams.
Position Summary
This role is responsible for owning the full-cycle Accounts Payable process while supporting month-end close, cash flow forecasting, and vendor management. The ideal candidate has strong AP fundamentals, enjoys improving processes, and thrives in a fast-paced business environment.
Responsibilities
- Own full-cycle Accounts Payable processing (250+ invoices/month)
- Review, code, and process invoices
- Obtain invoice approvals and manage payment workflows
- Process ACH and wire payments
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
- Build strong relationships with vendors and logistics partners
- Prepare AP accruals and support month-end close
- Assist with cash flow forecasting and weekly payment planning
- Identify process improvements while maintaining strong internal controls
- Cross-train in Accounts Receivable and provide backup support as needed
Preferred Background
- 2–5+ years of full-cycle Accounts Payable experience
- Experience with month-end close, accruals, and reconciliations
- Background in commodity trading, logistics, transportation, maritime, freight, or industrial industries preferred
- Experience processing freight or logistics-related invoices is highly desirable
- Microsoft Dynamics or ERP experience preferred
- Strong Excel skills
What We're Looking For
- Detail-oriented with exceptional accuracy
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and vendor relationship management
- Self-starter who takes ownership and follows through
- Process improvement mindset
- Stable work history with demonstrated reliability
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $85,000–$95,000
- Annual Bonus Target: 10%
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with 6% employer match
This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional seeking greater ownership, executive visibility, and long-term growth within a stable and expanding organization.
Ref: #209-Rowland Houston