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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # (Senior) Data and Automation Analyst - Commodity Accounting Exchanges - **Company:** RWE AG - **Location:** Essen, Germany - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Big Data, Information Engineering, Data Systems, Python (Programming Language), Power BI, OpenLink Endur, SQL Databases, Powerquery, Data Analytics, SAP S/4HANA, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.myability.jobs/de/node/192932/apply-external ## About the Role * Strong IT or finance background, ideally with exposure to commodity trading, exchange-traded products, clearing or settlement processes. * Proven experience in data analysis, process optimisation and automation within commodity trading, energy markets, financial services or another data-intensive environment. * Confident handling large data sets, using tools such as SQL, advanced Excel, Power Query or Power BI. * Demonstrated ability to independently drive process improvements and translate business requirements into scalable analytical solutions. * Strong communication, ownership and collaboration skills, with fluent business English and the ability to align international, cross-functional stakeholders. Advantageous, but not essential * Good understanding of exchange-traded products, derivatives, margining and related business workflows. * Experience with Python or another programming language for advanced analytics, automation, data engineering or AI-enabled solutions. * Experience with commodity trading platforms and industry-specific systems such as Endur, SAP S/4HANA or comparable trading and accounting solutions. * Knowledge of accounting, risk management, financial reporting or regulatory requirements within commodity trading and exchange-related businesses. * Good German language skills to support collaboration with local stakeholders and documentation requirements where needed. RWE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment - we value your passion, your willingness to learn and your desire to thrive. Even if you don't have all the above skills, need flexible working arrangements or other adjustments not yet listed here, we'd love to hear from you. ## Description * Take ownership of key exchange accounting processes and drive their continuous improvement through automation, data analytics and process optimisation, increasing accuracy, transparency and efficiency across the end-to-end process landscape. * Analyse trading, margin, P&L and cash flow data to generate actionable insights and support business-critical decisions. * Develop and enhance scalable reporting, analytics and data solutions using SQL, Power Query, Power BI and comparable technologies. * Lead cross-functional initiatives and collaborate with stakeholders across Accounting, Risk, Trading, Clearing and Operations to deliver data-driven and process-focused improvements. * Support the integration of new exchanges, products and business requirements into a scalable and resilient accounting framework. * Translate complex data into meaningful insights and recommendations for management and subject matter experts., * Play a key role in modernising exchange accounting processes within one of Europe's leading energy trading organisations. * Work closely with experts across Trading, Risk, Operations and Finance in a highly international environment. * Develop solutions with lasting impact that improve how RWEST manages exchange-related processes globally. ## Related Videos - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Beyond Hiring: Building a Sustainable Talent Acquisition Engine at Deutsche Bahn](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1856-beyond-hiring-building-a-sustainable-talent-acquisition-engine-at-deutsche-bahn) - [Data Analytics with Microsoft Fabric: End-to-End Use Case with Data Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1547-data-analytics-with-microsoft-fabric-end-to-end-use-case-with-data-agents) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [The Deichmann RPA journey: Step by step with low-code automation to success](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1566-the-deichmann-rpa-journey-step-by-step-with-low-code-automation-to-success) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [Finding Jobs in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/375-finding-jobs-in-germany) - [Where to Find German Tech Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/366-where-to-find-german-tech-jobs) - [Jobs in Germany for Americans](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/423-jobs-in-germany-for-americans) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)