Overview / Brief

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards

Diversity is part of our DNA. LDC strives to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where people can thrive regardless of gender, sexuality, ethnicity or background.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us.

As an Operational Control Analyst for the Global G&O (Palm) Platform, your role is to be a key financial partner to the platform, and be primarily responsible for timely reporting, monitoring, and analysis of the Business Results and Exposures in Global Palm business.

Main Responsibilities:

• Prepare, monitor, and analyse the Trading Positions, Daily MTM Prices, Daily/Weekly P&Ls, FX Exposures, Cashflow Forecast for the Global Palm businesses
• Provide commentary and analysis on Desk/Platform performance
• Keep abreast of business strategies, operations, and market news to be aware of risks on business results or misconducts
• Participate actively in the discussion of business issues and propose solutions in relation to complex financial and operational situations
• Provide any ad-hoc reports and analysis upon Platform/Region's request to support business decision-making
• Liaise with Near-shore Accounting/SBS team to ensure accurate month-end closing in accordance with internal deadlines and reporting requirements
• Collaborate and communicate with stakeholders from other departments such as Commercial, Freight Operations, Execution, Accounting, Finance, and IT teams
• Propose/Champion/Participate/Collaborate with colleagues in other Departments in business process improvement initiatives or regional projects to align/streamline processes in line with LDC's Trade to Cash Principles

Experiences:

• 2-3 years of experiences in Product Control/Business Analysis/Management Accounting/Audit
• Working knowledge of Financial Markets, in particular Commodity and Foreign Exchange Markets
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel, SAP, IMOS systems
• Knowledge of SQL and PowerBI is a plus
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for details
• Good business sense with high level vision
• Ability to identify/control weaknesses and implement process improvements
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability and willingness to interact effectively with all levels of employees & management
• Ability to handle/prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Independent self-starter who takes initiative, and has a proactive attitude toward problems and issues
• Flexibility on working hours during periodic closings

Academics:

• Degree in Business/Accounting/Economics/Finance or related field of study