Assistant Controller, Energy Trading

Karbone Inc. is an award-winning financial services platform for renewable energy and decarbonization markets. Since 2008, we have offered integrated and innovative Commodity Solutions, Market Research, and Financing solutions to a global suite of clients. Our teams are proudly ranked first amongst their peers and are all dedicated toward our core mission of providing our clients and partners with the necessary data, market access, and financing options to help them succeed in the new energy transition. The Assistant Controller will play a critical role in supporting Karbone’s growing trading platform, partnering closely with front-office, risk, and operations teams to ensure accurate financial reporting across complex physical and financial commodity transactions. This individual will be responsible for the integrity of trading-related accounting, P&L reporting, and reconciliations, while helping to strengthen internal controls and scale accounting processes alongside the firm’s continued expansion. The role offers meaningful exposure to renewable energy and environmental markets, hands-on ownership of core accounting functions, and the opportunity to contribute to system enhancements and new product initiatives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Responsibilities Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results with analysis and commentary Prepare and support GAAP-compliant financial statements and management reporting Own the day-to-day reconciliation and reporting of trading activities Work closely with trading, risk, and operations teams to ensure accurate trade entry, settlement, and reporting Review and analyze trading P&L, including mark-to-market and realized vs. unrealized results Support accounting for physical and financial commodities, structured transactions, and hedging activities Ensure accurate revenue recognition, accruals, and expense matching tied to trading activity Strengthen internal controls and scalable accounting processes Support external audits, tax reporting, and regulatory requirements as applicable Drive system enhancements and automation initiatives across ERP and ETRM platforms Provide ad‑hoc financial analysis to support new products, markets, and strategic initiatives Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA/CFA preferred or in progress) 6+ years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably within energy trading / commodities Strong understanding of commodity trading P&L, derivatives, accruals, and settlements Experience with ETRM and/or ERP systems Advanced Excel skills; comfort working with large data sets Detail-oriented, proactive team player with strong analytical skills Ability to manage conflicting priorities of multiple parties and operate independently Ability to communicate complex issues in an easily understood manner #J-18808-Ljbffr