Operational Controlling Manager

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 17,000 people globally.

Main accountabilities (Main Responsibilities):

Business partner

• Acts as a business partner of the trading desk, supporting it for any routine or ad-hoc business topic, and working closely with the traders on a basis.
• Prepare and analyze the production of 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 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 conversations with traders
• Coordinate /weekly/monthly Flash P/L, and check reconciliation with monthly statutory reporting, formulate action plans to minimize differences.
• Proactively communicate with other function groups (Accounting, Treasury, Execution/Logistic, Regional and Platform control…) to ensure proper reporting and understanding of their platform decisions or new 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 Indirect G&A, Net interests, and defend platform interests in management discussions.

Team management

• As a team leader, be able to work collectively across functions and drive things moving forward along the road.
• Motivate and influence team to grow and improve continuously.
• Have been working in manager role for years

Knowledge and Experience:

At least 8-10 years of experience in finance function mainly in accounting and controlling activities gained in commodity industry or having working experience in a Big 4 will be a plus

Education: Degree in Finance/Accountancy

Systems: nice to have knowledge on SAP

Technical/ Functional skills:

• Strong management accounting skillset, including problem solving and analytical skills
• Good understanding of both PRC GAAP and IFRS
• Working experience in Commodities trading company is an advantage

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.