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 20,000 people globally.
Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities
- Own and manage a variety of controlling activities with a strong focus on Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A).
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, forecasts, and business performance reviews.
- Coordinate and support the end-to-end month-end closing, budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Provide financial insights, ad hoc analyses, and recommendations to support management decision-making.
- Develop presentations and reports for senior leadership and key stakeholders.
- Monitor financial performance, identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and propose corrective actions when needed.
- Collaborate closely with business leaders to improve financial visibility and profitability.
- Ensure the accuracy and consistency of financial data and reporting.
- Act as a key contact for international finance teams and participate in cross-functional and global initiatives.
What We Are Looking For
- 5-10 years of relevant experience in controlling, finance, or business partnering roles.
- Strong hands-on experience in FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis).
- Experience in commodity controlling, trading controlling, or within a commodity-based industry is highly preferred.
- Strong understanding of business performance drivers, margin analysis, and profitability management.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and take ownership of responsibilities.
- Proactive mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Fluent Hungarian and English language skills, both written and spoken.
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills are an advantage.
- Knowledge of IFRS is considered a plus.
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
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Independence and professional growth opportunities
- Modern work environment and a supportive team
Skills Required
- 5-10 years of relevant experience in controlling, finance, or business partnering roles
- Strong hands-on experience in Financial Planning and Analysis
- Strong understanding of business performance drivers, margin analysis, and profitability management
- Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and take ownership of responsibilities
- Proactive mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Fluent Hungarian and English language skills, written and spoken
- Experience in commodity controlling, trading controlling, or a commodity-based industry
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
- Knowledge of IFRS
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.
