Trade Finance & Reporting Specialist
We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.
Support the Corporate Finance Department with the management of Trade Finance instruments globally, including corporate support and external support such as bank guarantees, SBLCs, Import Letters of Credit, and surety/performance bonds.
Ensure accurate tracking, reporting and analysis of all instruments, while maintaining effective relationships with banking partners, guarantee beneficiaries and internal stakeholders across the organization.
Main responsibilities:
- Coordinate the full lifecycle of Trade Finance instruments (issuance, renewal, amendment, cancellation), liaising directly with banks/surety companies, beneficiaries and business units..
- Maintain an accurate and up-to-date register of all active instruments, tracking amounts, maturities, beneficiaries, and facility utilization across platforms.
- Monitor Trade facilities usage, flagging upcoming renewals, price reviews or capacity constraints in advance.
- Manage and develop Power BI dashboards and reporting tools providing visibility on Trade Finance exposures and costs.
- Prepare periodic reports and financial notes for management, parent company reporting, and annual report and accounts.
- Perform analysis of banking fees and guarantee costs, providing recommendations to optimize cost-efficiency.
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes with accurate projections of Trade Finance costs and facility needs.
- Act as Trade Finance focal point for internal teams including Procurement, Origination, Asset Management, PMO, Legal, Tax and Accounting.
- Collaborate with Legal and Accounting on documentation, accounting treatment, and audit support for Trade Finance instruments.
- Support the internal approval process for new facilities by preparing financial memos and presentations.
- Ensure all activities comply with Group policies, internal controls, and applicable regulatory and accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP).
- Other duties as assigned.
Employment type: Full-Time
Work site: Hybrid
Workplace: Lisbon or Madrid
What are we looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics or Business Administration. MBA, master’s in management or advance Degree in Finance, as plus.
- 1-3 years of experience in corporate or trade finance, treasury or similar role, more experience as a plus.
- Experience in the energy or infrastructure sector is a plus.
- Knowledge of appropriate accounting and financial software’s (SAP, TMS systems, Bloomberg...).
- Acknowledge of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Report Standards (IFRS).
- MS Office, including Excel, Word, PowerBI and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of financial instruments, including their structure, valuation and accounting treatment.
- Experience working and/or developing AI solutions for finance as a plus.
- English (mandatory), ability to read, write and speak fluently.
- Spanish or Portuguese appreciated as additional languages.
- Skills /Competences
- Analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills, particularly in managing multiple open instruments and tasks simultaneously.
- Communication skills
- Ability to multitask and work in a collaborative, multinational environment.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Empathy with the needs of Business Units.
- Self-motivated and able to learn new software tools quickly.
More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.
Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.
Need more reasonsto apply?
As a top employer we:
- Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
- Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
- Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;
Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:
- Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
- Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
- Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
- Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle
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