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.
Job DescriptionThe Grains and Oilseeds (G&O) Platform is longest standing business in LDC. The Platform have an international presence in the world’s major producing and consuming regions and originate, handle, store, transform and merchandize products across the spectrum of Grains and Oilseeds products. Palm oil is one of the major product line under G&O Platform with strong asset and trading focus in Asia region.
As an Operational Control Analyst, your primary responsibility will be to produce and monitor the Commodity Positions, FX Exposures and Weekly P&Ls for Global Palm books managed in Singapore. You will be required to understand various trade flows, trading strategies and to produce high quality commentary and margin analysis as required. You will also be responsible for some aspects of the monthly closing process, working closely with near-shore Accounting.
You will also play an important role in from a business operations perspective, collaborating closely with Commercial and Execution teams. You will be actively involved and contribute in IT and Process Improvement/Efficiency projects.
Main Responsibilities
- Prepare, monitor and understand Daily MTM prices and Trading Positions for Singapore/Malaysia Palm and STU book
- Prepare and Analyze weekly P&Ls and FX Exposure report
- Ensure accurate monthly closing in accordance with internal deadlines and reporting requirements.
- Produce Ad-hoc Reports and analysis as required by the Platform, Region or Central Reporting
- Participate in process improvement projects in order to streamline the daily/weekly reporting process
- Liaise and coordinate with other Departments including Commercial, Execution, Accounting, Credit and Market Risk team to ensure timely and accurate reporting
Experience
- At least 3 years of working experience Product Control/Business Analysis/Management Accounting/Audit/Quantitative Analyst
- Working knowledge of Financial Markets, in particular Commodity and Foreign Exchange Markets is preferred
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability and willingness to interact effectively with all levels of employees & management
- Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and to prioritize.
- Self-starter with ability to work independently and to take initiative; proactive attitude toward problems and issues
- Ability to work in a high-pressure atmosphere. Flexibility on working time during periodic closings.
- Ability to identify/control weaknesses and implement process improvements.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Programming skills (e.g. VBA, Python, Power BI) is preferred
- Degree in Business/ Accounting / Economics
Additional Information for the job
Diversity & Inclusion
LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.
LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
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
What We Offer
We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
We offer
- A workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity
- Regular events that foster team engagement
- Access to Training and Development
- Hybrid work arrangement offered (availability varies by role).
- Comprehensive insurance coverage and flexible benefits
Skills Required
- Minimum 3 years experience in Product Control, Business Analysis, Management Accounting, Audit or Quantitative Analysis
- Degree in Business, Accounting or Economics
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact with all management levels
- Ability to handle multiple responsibilities, prioritize and work under pressure; flexibility during periodic closings
- Strong analytical skills and ability to identify and implement process improvements
- Working knowledge of Commodity and Foreign Exchange markets
- Programming skills (VBA, Python, Power BI)
What We Do
Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. We leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world, delivering the right products to the right location, at the right time – safely, responsibly and reliably. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines (platforms). Since 1851 our portfolio has grown to include Grains & Oilseeds, Carbon Solutions, Food & Feed Solutions, Coffee, Cotton, Juice, Rice, Sugar, Freight and Global Markets. We help feed and clothe some 500 million people every year by originating, processing and transporting approximately 80 million tons of products. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and eight platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 17,000 people globally. For more information, visit www.ldc.com.
