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 DescriptionReporting to the Accounting Manager, the Senior Accountant is responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations, and supporting the business through insightful financial analysis and continuous process improvement.
The role plays a critical part in ensuring the integrity of financial information while supporting both local and global reporting requirements.
This is a fixed term contract until May 2028
Key responsibilities will be but not limited to:
- Prepare and analyse month-end financial reports and reconciliations.
- Maintain and reconcile financial data between front-office and back-office systems.
- Investigate, reconcile, and resolve financial discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Prepare and submit Group reporting within required deadlines.
- Ensure accurate and timely compliance reporting, including BAS, FBT, levies, and other statutory obligations.
- Assist with the management of foreign exchange exposure in accordance with Group policy.
- Prepare statutory financial information and support annual external audits.
- Assist in the preparation of General Purpose Financial Statements in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards (AASB) and Corporations Act requirements.
- Prepare supporting workpapers and financial disclosures.
- Develop, maintain, and regularly review accounting and compliance procedures.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across finance systems and processes.
- Support regional accounting, treasury, and system implementation projects.
- Assist with company insurance renewals and other ad hoc finance projects as required.
- Coach and support junior members of the finance team.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- 5-10 years' experience within a finance or accounting team, preferably in commodities, agribusiness, financial services, or a related industry.
- Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards (AASB) and financial reporting requirements.
- Sound understanding of Australian taxation legislation, including BAS, FBT, and corporate tax requirements.
- Proven experience preparing statutory accounts, reconciliations, and compliance reporting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information.
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and deliver outcomes with minimal supervision.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Experience with JDE, SAP S/4HANA, or other ERP systems will be highly regarded.
- Exposure to commodity trading, treasury functions, derivatives, warehousing assets, or agricultural industries will be advantageous.
- Experience supporting finance transformation or system implementation projects is desirable.
- Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) qualification.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.
Why Join Us? Your Benefits at a Glance- Perks and Benefits
- Novated Car leasing
- Long Service Awards
- Generous Paid Parental Leave
- Accommodation Support
- Referral Bonuses
- Annual Flu Shots
- Generous L&D Resources
- Income Protection
- Discounted private Health Insurance
- Salary Sacrifice
If you're interested in this exciting opportunity to join the Louis Dreyfus Company, please click 'APPLY NOW' to forward an up-to-date copy of your Resume.
Please note that you must be an Australian Citizen or have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this 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
Skills Required
- 5–10 years of experience within a finance or accounting team
- Knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards (AASB) and financial reporting requirements
- Understanding of Australian taxation legislation, including BAS, FBT, and corporate tax requirements
- Experience preparing statutory accounts, reconciliations, and compliance reporting
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities
- Stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline
- Experience with JDE, SAP S/4HANA, or other ERP systems
- Exposure to commodity trading, treasury functions, derivatives, warehousing assets, or agricultural industries
- Experience supporting finance transformation or system implementation projects
- Preferably experience in commodities, agribusiness, financial services, or a related industry
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.
