Assistant Controller - Sugar

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.

• Primary involvement in the generation Daily Position and Daily P/L for Singapore (45%) & India Sugar (10%) trading desks and Global Palm Distribution – India (45%). The position provides the opportunity to lean the fundamentals of the commodity trading business 

• Understanding trading Terms and Strategies 

• Generate and analyze Daily Positions and PL for Sugar (Singapore and India Entity) and Palm (India) 

• Liaise with Trading and Execution, Risk Management Teams and accounting to achieve the daily task schedules.  

• Manage foreign exchange exposure 

• Solve regional P&L and control issues as required, contribute to the Global platform reporting processes 

• Independently reconcile discrepancies related to contracts booking between the front and the accounting systems 

• Review of the  physical trading position and the hedging strategy 

• Manage pricing function and the derivatives pricing impact 

• Manage physical contract amendments and liaise with the contracts department 

• Investigation of queries and follow up with the trading desk and the logistics function. 

• Process and system enhancement, specifically Atlas development and improvement 

• Ensure the application and compliance of the LD financial policies 

• Risk reporting and VAR analysis 

• Minimum 2-3 Years of experience preferably audit and accounting and controlling experience.
• CA / Post graduate with preferably with studies in the Commerce/Finance field. 

• Basic understanding of Derivative market and its instruments 
• Basic understanding of Accounting Principles 
• Positive attitude and enthusiastic approach 
• Ability to work in a team environment and meet deadlines, significant liaison with the offshore offices 
• Strong Communication skills and command over English language 
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and to take initiatives, proactive attitude toward problems 

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
• Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Wellness Programs - Confidential access to certified counselors for employee and eligible family members, along with monthly wellness awareness sessions.
• Certified Great Place to Work