Trading Finance and Product Risk Controller
Tolochenaz, CH, 1131
Hydro is a fully integrated aluminium company with 32,000 employees in 40 countries on all continents, combining local expertise, worldwide reach and unmatched capabilities in R&D. In addition to production of primary aluminium and extruded products and recycling, Hydro also extracts bauxite, refines alumina and generates energy to be the only 360° company of the global aluminium industry. Hydro is present within all market segments for aluminium, with sales and trading activities throughout the value chain serving more than 30,000 customers. Based in Norway and rooted in more than a century of experience in renewable energy, technology and innovation, Hydro is committed to strengthening the viability of its customers and communities, shaping a sustainable future through innovative aluminium solutions.
B&A Commercial is managing B&A's Alumina, Hydrate and Bauxite global portfolio. The team is located in 4 sites, (1) Tolochenaz, Switzerland, (2) Singapore, (3) Belem, Brazil and (4) Beijing, China. The core team is based in Switzerland, where Traders, Supply Chain Analysts and Finance are located.
The B&A Commercial Trading Finance and Product Risk Controller's overall responsibility covers the finance area within Commercial B&A (Swiss, Norwegian and Chinese entities) with focus on trading position, price exposure and mark-to-market analyses and reporting.
What we offer you
A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package;
A stimulating role with meaningful responsibilities and strong opportunities for professional growth, with exposure across teams and regions;
A dynamic and collaborative work environment within a small, diverse and international team;
A culture that promotes employee wellbeing and supports ongoing professional development through dedicated initiatives.
What you will be doing
- Prepare regular trading position including price exposure and mark-to-market reporting. Perform and oversee IFRS9 derivate accounting entries for B&A Commercials' entities, ensuring compliance with accounting standard. Analyse the need for fair value accounting needs in specific trades. Prepare deviation analysis and explanations week-on-week;
- Support Finance Manager in financial valuation analysis of investment and commercial proposals;
- Assist in the establishment of statutory accounts of HAISA legal entity and assist in the preparation of HAISA's quarterly Board of Directors meetings;
- Assist Commercial Finance team in monthly and quarterly closing process with specific tasks according to checklist. Assist Finance Manager and Financial Controller with specific tasks, such as Balance Sheet reconciliation, ICFR controls and overall HFM and SAP data quality;
- Perform standard and ad-hoc Financial Analysis as requested by the organization, with focus in the areas of realized prices and margins, exposures and deviation analysis. Close monitoring of working capital through analysis of variations;
- Closely interact with Alumina and Bauxite Marketing (commercial and supply chain analysts) to improve the flow ensuring transaction/contract is appropriately reflected in CTS (Commodity Trading System).
What will make you successful?
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent;
- Finance background in commodity trading and derivative tools;
- Significative experience in Accounting and Financial Analysis;
- Solid accounting and finance knowledge, as well as experience in derivative financial products and accounting treatment thereof;
- At ease with digital applications and solutions (ERP, data analytics & Microsoft office tools including Power BI);
- Fluent in English, French is a plus.
Personal Skills
- Strong analytical skills, high attention to detail as well as ability to understand the total picture;
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with peak workloads;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across the organization;
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships;
- Focus on controls, standard routines with a continuous improvement mindset.
Hydro values diverse skills and perspectives and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to equal opportunities and an inclusive work environment where everyone can contribute and grow.
Position based in Tolochenaz, Switzerland. Applicants must be eligible to work in Switzerland (Swiss Work Permit).
Applications: Exclusively on Hydro's website until July 7, 2026.
Visit: Hydro, mudando o jogo do alumínio. - YouTube
All opportunities are open to people with disabilities (PWD).
Learn more about our business and processes in Brazil, visit Hydro Brazil Corporate Video (Extended version) - YouTube.
