Settlements Analyst

Mercuria

Geneva

Description

Established in 2004, Mercuria is one of the leading integrated energy and commodity trading companies in the world. We bring energy markets together to support the needs of today by trading, structuring finance, and investing into strategic assets, while generating more than $100 billion in turnover.

Our operations span over 50 countries on 5 continents, including all the major energy hubs. We trade physical oil, energy products, environmental products and other commodities from Geneva, London, Singapore, Shanghai, Beijing, Dubai, Houston, Calgary and Greenwich (CT).

We are committed to advancing the transition to a more sustainable, affordable and reliable energy system for tomorrow. Over 50% of our assets are in low carbon & energy transition sectors - providing a strong platform to trade these new markets and support decarbonization.

In 2023, we established Silvania, a $500 million fund, investing into restoration and protection of nature and biodiversity globally and in support of the Paris Agreement goals & UN 30x30 biodiversity initiative. This new asset class supports nature protection and provides sustainable financial returns.

The Role

Mercuria is seeking a Settlements Analyst to support its EMEA Physical Trading activity, based in Geneva. This is a critical operational role sitting at the intersection of trading, finance, and counterparty management — offering broad exposure to one of the world's leading commodity trading firms.

The Settlements Analyst is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of all trade-related invoices — both payable and receivable — across a diverse product slate including Crude Oil, Refined Products, Distillates, Fuel Oil, LPG, Dry Bulk, Metals, and other commodities. This encompasses full reconciliation against risk systems, compliance frameworks, and trade documentation, as well as the investigation and resolution of any payment discrepancies or failures.

The role requires close collaboration with internal teams including Operations, Trading, Middle Office, Credit, and Trade Finance, as well as direct engagement with external counterparties.

Technical Qualifications

  • Prior experience in a settlements, accounts payable/receivable, or trade operations role
  • Solid understanding of process-based risk metrics, with a proven ability to identify, escalate, and resolve system and process breaks
  • Familiarity with physical commodity trading workflows is a strong advantage
  • Experience with trade and risk management systems; knowledge of Amphora/ICTS is a plus
  • Exposure to system implementation, testing, or infrastructure projects is welcomed.

Non-Technical Qualifications

  • Highly detail-oriented, process-driven, and comfortable working within structured operational frameworks
  • Strong sense of diligence around payment processing and an instinct for appropriate escalation
  • Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal; additional languages are an asset
  • Able to manage competing priorities and deliver accurately under tight deadlines
  • Collaborative and comfortable operating within a fast-paced, international environment
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset