Accountant and Financial Analyst

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.

•    Ensuring that local data to produce IFRS and local financial reports are complete, accurate, and reliable.
•    Local tax obligations are fulfilled in a timely manner and free of error.
•    Preparation of local tax declarations (VAT, WHTcorporate, direct, indirect taxes)  and assisting the auditors in controlling
•    Assist the execution team on a daily basis with sales/purchase invoice reconciliation and postings

Main Responsibilities:

• Performing daily/monthly/ad-hoc accounting operations per VUK and TTK laws and regulations
• Taking part in the IFRS adjustment entries to be performed at the Group level.
• Performing monthly reconciliation with banks, buyers and sellers and tax accounts
• Performing Local GAAP vs (IFRS) Group reconciliation in terms of Receivables, Payables and Inventories
• Supporting finance coordinator in financial activities (Monthly IFRS Reporting, Monthly Ad-Hoc P&L Reporting, Intercompany Reporting, Tax, Budget)
• Providing first response to Ad-Hoc request of external accountants and auditors, or communicating them to Finance Manager in case of having no solution
• Performing monthly calculation of accruals, depreciation & amortization schedules etc.
• Performing the role of controller in the periodical inventory counts
• Ensuring properly documentation of derivative transactions.
• Analyze the financial statement accounts for accuracy and adequacy in line with IFRS and local GAAP, ensure reconciliations are performed in a consistent manner in line with procedures,
• Communication with group companies and perform Intercompany account reconciliation

Knowledge and Experience:

• 5+ years accounting or finance experience
• University degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance etc.
• Fluency in English (written & spoken)

Technical/ Functional skills:

• Strong IT aptitude
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel
• Good English knowledge (Spoken/written)
• Good level of knowledge in Turkish Local GAAP and tax regulations
• A solid understanding of accounting and financial reporting fundamentals
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must excel around communication and manage deadlines proactively
• Must demonstrate an innate curiosity around systems and flow of information
• Experience with SAP and SAP BI is plus

Other skills and competencies:

• Excellent written and oral communication as well as strong interpersonal skills
• Self-Motivation and Self-Starter with the ability to do what needs to be done without being micromanaged
• Ability to manage/prioritize multiple tasks, proactively manage numerous projects, and prioritize competing timelines
• Demonstrate a problem solving/ solution-oriented approach
• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision
• Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public
• Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company
• Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy

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.

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits​​​​​​

• Hybrid work available (not applicable to all roles)

• Access to Training and Development