Assistant Controller - Cotton

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.

• Prepare daily Positions for platform consolidation. (Daily Position)
• Prepare P&L on a daily basis for the DPNL team. (Daily PL)
• Prepare weekly risk report and provide it to operational controller for review or to risk desk after review.
• ZEMA Price template to submit with trading team on weekly basis.
• Prepare the daily report for the hedges taken for forex and compare it with trades done of that day.
• Prepare the daily report for the hedges taken for trades done and compare it with trades done of that day.
• Prepare and complete Month end flash P&L – with explanations fully understood by platform.
• Ensure no significant deviations from trading to accounting P&L on a monthly basis.
• Coordinate Intercompany volume & MTM reconciliations.
• Prepare Inventory and Open position management, valuation verification and MTM compliance.
• Prepare monthly cash flow forecast
• Coordinate with the accounting and execution team for the information/details required for monthly closing.
• Prepare variance analysis for the movement in P&L on daily, weekly and monthly basis.
• Prepare and report annual commercial budget.
• Support and Co-ordinate with all relevant stakeholders (region/country/other departments) on new business.
• Co-ordinate within platform for any business requirements/projects/system roll-outs.
• Help to operational controller for preparation of annual budget and 5 year business plan.
• Provide required data for Magnitude reporting: C & S packs – PL & BS and sign off on the final details
• Process and system enhancements, specifically ATLAS development and improvement towards global requirement.

• Chartered Accountant
• 0-2 years of experience

• Excellent Communication & Analytical Skills
• Self-Driven, Customer Focused and Proactive
• Good Learning Agility and Decision Making Skills
• Analytical and Problem Solving Skills
• Ability and flexibility to work independently as well as in a team
• Functional knowledge of Commodities business is a plus (not mandatory)

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