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 DescriptionBusiness partner
- Acts as a business partner of the trading desk, supporting it for any routine or adhoc business topic, and working closely with the traders on a daily basis.
- Prepare and analyze the production of Daily P&L and ensure timely reporting of platform P&L and position.
- Understand and coordinate business risks reporting of the strategies (market, credit, liquidity, forex…). Ensure shared understanding with the platform.
- Monitor any non-compliance based on Company’s policies and alert management about any exceptions
Financial reporting
- Provide daily and monthly commentary to traders and management on the main drivers influencing the businesses P&L based on a solid understanding of the market drivers behind the P&L through daily conversations with traders
- Coordinate daily/weekly/monthly P/L forecast, and check reconciliation with monthly statutory reporting, formulate action plans to minimize differences.
- Proactively communicate with other function groups (Accounting, Treasury, Execution/Logistic, SBS…) to ensure proper reporting and understanding of their platform decisions or strategies.
- Ensure thorough knowledge of Working Capital requirements, inventories and volumes – Coordinate and Participate – if necessary - in Cash Flow Forecast process.
- Coordinate with the help of his/her team Landing, Budget and Business Plan exercises for the platform. Analyze Actual vs Budget or Landing variances for all P&L and Balance Sheet items. Propose action plans to trading desk to improve financial KPIs.
- Analyze and provide commentary on Commercial Margin, Production Costs, Working Capital, Interests, Volumes and Capex
- Check and ensure proper allocation of Direct G&A, Net interests, and defend platform interests in management discussions.
Project sponsor
- Lead front office system integration and development.
- Participate in IT projects in the country to implement effective systems for trading, execution, positions control, market risk, credit, cash management, accounting, etc. Lead modules related to Daily Position or Daily PL reporting.
- Act as a facilitator for external or internal audits.
Business partner
- Acts as a business partner of the trading desk, supporting it for any routine or adhoc business topic, and working closely with the traders on a daily basis.
- Prepare and analyze the production of Daily P&L and ensure timely reporting of platform P&L and position.
- Understand and coordinate business risks reporting of the strategies (market, credit, liquidity, forex…). Ensure shared understanding with the platform.
- Monitor any non-compliance based on Company’s policies and alert management about any exceptions
Financial reporting
- Provide daily and monthly commentary to traders and management on the main drivers influencing the businesses P&L based on a solid understanding of the market drivers behind the P&L through daily conversations with traders
- Coordinate daily/weekly/monthly P/L forecast, and check reconciliation with monthly statutory reporting, formulate action plans to minimize differences.
- Proactively communicate with other function groups (Accounting, Treasury, Execution/Logistic, SBS…) to ensure proper reporting and understanding of their platform decisions or strategies.
- Ensure thorough knowledge of Working Capital requirements, inventories and volumes – Coordinate and Participate – if necessary - in Cash Flow Forecast process.
- Coordinate with the help of his/her team Landing, Budget and Business Plan exercises for the platform. Analyze Actual vs Budget or Landing variances for all P&L and Balance Sheet items. Propose action plans to trading desk to improve financial KPIs.
- Analyze and provide commentary on Commercial Margin, Production Costs, Working Capital, Interests, Volumes and Capex
- Check and ensure proper allocation of Direct G&A, Net interests, and defend platform interests in management discussions.
Project sponsor
- Lead front office system integration and development.
- Participate in IT projects in the country to implement effective systems for trading, execution, positions control, market risk, credit, cash management, accounting, etc. Lead modules related to Daily Position or Daily PL reporting.
- Act as a facilitator for external or internal audits.
Qualifications
Knowledge and Experience:
At least 5-10 years of experience in finance function mainly in accounting and controlling activities gained in MNC or Big4.
Education: Degree in Finance/Accountancy
Systems: nice to have knowledge on SAP.
Technical/ Functional skills:
- Nice to have knowledge on futures and options, commodity trading, chemical or food ingredient industries.
- Strong management accounting skillset, including problem solving and analytical skills
- Good understanding of both PRC GAAP and IFRS
Other skills and competencies:
- Good verbal and written communication skills in both Chinese and English
- Ability to work independently and handle conditions of uncertainty
- Demonstrated track record of being able to work within deadlines
Additional Information for the job
What We Offer
- A dynamic and stimulating international environment, which embraces diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Learning & development opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Insurance systems & schemes.
Diversity, Equity & 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
- At least 5–10 years of finance experience, primarily in accounting and controlling, gained in an MNC or Big Four firm
- Degree in Finance or Accountancy
- Strong management accounting, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Good understanding of PRC GAAP and IFRS
- Good verbal and written communication skills in both Chinese and English
- Ability to work independently and handle uncertainty
- Demonstrated ability to work within deadlines
- Knowledge of SAP
- Knowledge of futures and options, commodity trading, or chemical and food ingredient industries
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.
