Back Office Analyst (Contract)

About the role

This role operates in a fast-paced trading environment, requiring the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Strong communication skills are essential for effective interaction with colleagues, other departments, and external counterparts, while strict adherence to industry and contractual deadlines is necessary to meet company obligations.

Responsibilities

• Manage trade counterpart portfolio and verify deal sheets/reports in the BOOK system
• Confirm daily trades with counterparts/brokers and validate exchange positions and limits
• Perform daily trade checks, reconciling confirmations against internal records
• Issue and reconcile invoices within deadlines, resolving discrepancies with Operations/Middle Office
• Agree settlements, provide payment instructions, and deliver cash forecasts to Treasury
• Support Accounting with debt reporting, accruals, and analyze settlement statements in Simba systems
• Confirm and document trade confirmations in the BOOK, chasing outstanding items daily
• Review confirmations/settlements for pricing and volume adjustments
• Collaborate with IT to automate confirmation processes
• Report OTC trades within 24 hours to meet Dodd-Frank requirements
• Monitor market/regulatory changes and ensure compliance with audit standards
• Lead onboarding of new counterparts and provide support on trade queries
• Mentor junior team members and assist colleagues
• Contribute to projects, management reports, and ad hoc analysis
• Support new product/market implementation with compliant process documentation
• Drive process/system improvements, assess operational risks, and define mitigating measures

Requirements

The role requires a combination of technical and soft skills, including advanced computer proficiency with strong IT skills, expertise in Excel (including VBA), knowledge of Python for data analysis and process optimization, and familiarity with Power BI for interactive dashboards and reporting. Experience with Alteryx for data preparation and automation and Power Automate for workflow automation is also beneficial. Demonstrated ability to drive innovation, manage change, and improve processes is essential.

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, Energy, or a business-related major. 2-3 years of experience in the Gas, LNG, and Energy markets with a strong data analysis component. Knowledge of energy commodity markets is highly desirable.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure while meeting strict deadlines, strong attention to detail and accuracy in an environment where errors carry financial and reputational risk, effective and proactive communication skills with a customer service mindset, and demonstrated ability to drive innovation, manage change, and improve processes.

Benefits

At TotalEnergies, we offer a competitive compensation package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to our mission of delivering sustainable energy solutions.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The role is full-time and based in Houston, Texas.