Operational Control Analyst, Rice (Finance)

Company Description

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 Description

As an Operational Control Analyst for the Asia Rice 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. You are required to understand the trade flows, strategies and to produce commentary and analysis as and when required. You will be responsible for the monthly closing process and working closely with near-shore Accounting. You will also be involved in IT and Process Improvement/Efficiency projects, and play an important role from a business operations perspective, collaborating closely with multiple stakeholders such as Commercial team, Execution team, Finance team, IT team who may be stationed across different countries.

Main Responsibilities:

• Prepare, monitor and analyse the Trading Positions, Weekly P&Ls, FX Exposures, Cashflow Forecast for the Asia Rice 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
• Prepare regular updates on landing for current FY and budget process for upcoming FY
• Provide any ad-hoc analysis upon Platform/Region’s request to support business decision making
• Liaise with Near-shore Accounting 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, Execution, Finance and IT team
• 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
• 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 or related field of study

Additional Information

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