Transactional Accounting 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 15,000 people globally.

This position supervises the activities of the Transactional Accounting Staff (Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable) that perform a variety of clerical accounting and banking-related functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payment generation, reconciliations, analysis and various other data collection projects of the Cordova-based merchandising operations, with an emphasis on the Treasury functions required to support its daily activity and the activity of the divisions and subsidiaries it funds.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Supervises the daily activities of the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable staff; delegates work amongst the group
• Oversees the processing and payment of all warehouse, G&A and merchandising invoices; ensures invoices have the proper level of authorization for payment; proactively works with other departments to obtain required approvals if necessary;
• Manages daily payment schedules; ensures prompt payment of invoices according to designated payment schedule; resolves discrepancies with individuals presenting invoices for payment; follows up on any disputes
• Coordinates with warehouse management and Sr. Accountants regarding proper G/L coding, cost center allocations
• Ensures appropriate access controls over bank accounts and adheres to all guidelines required by the Regional Treasury department
• Oversees and coordinates preparation of daily cash requirements for multiple accounts; reviews estimates prepared by staff and verifies accuracy of incoming credits and outgoing wire transfers;
• Oversees and coordinates daily reconcilement of the general ledger banking modules, including data input of cash receipts and disbursements
• Oversees and coordinates confirmation of wire transfer and cash receipt information in banking system
• Coordinates the Transactional Accounting Group’s assistance in the month end closing process, including: determining proper coding of transactions for accurate application of amounts to the General Ledger; reviewing month end reconciliation of certain accounts, resolving any discrepancies which arise
• Proactively develops and implements procedures/policies to stream-line workflows
• Manages and reviews outstanding A/R and A/P
• Completes special assignments which may require collecting and organizing data, performing account analysis (i.e., G/L accrual accounts and monthly G&A expense variations), systems implementation/testing projects and coordinating with personnel from other departments
• Yearly 1099 reporting
• Participates in projects as needed

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

Preferred qualification:  Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related discipline. The following are the basic qualifications:  High school diploma and some college coursework in Accounting, or at least five years’ work experience in Accounts Payable/Receivables or Treasury functions.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

Knowledge of general ledger accounting practices.
Strong data entry and data processing skills.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Strong practical accounting skills.
Proficiency with spreadsheet and word-processing software, (e.g., Excel and MS Word).
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong documentation skills.
Ability to analyze account variances.
Ability to work independently and propose solutions.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
Detail-oriented
Knowledge of sales tax and 1099 procedures/policies/documentation/reporting
 

Company Conformance Statements

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:

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.
This role requires working in the office five days a week.

Employee Supervision

This role will manage others on the accounting team.  

Decision Making/Accountability

Applies knowledge of Company systems, policies and procedures to supervise Transactional Accounting staff in Cordova, TN.  Coordinates payment schedules; ensures prompt payment of invoices according to designated payment schedule; promptly and accurately responds to questions from various sectors.  Utilizes accounting knowledge to accurately identify discrepancy sources and achieve resolutions. Prioritizes routine and non-routine tasks for the Transactional Accounting staff to ensure meeting of deadlines.
 

Experience

The following are the basic qualifications: At least 5 years of experience processing accounts payable or treasury transactions, including daily entering of high volumes of financial/accounting data and reconciling of financial accounts.

The following are the preferred qualifications: At least 5 years of work experience supervising other staff members in an accounts payable or treasury function, including reconciling of financial accounts and processing of complex intercompany transactions.

This role requires working in the office five days a week.

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.

- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
- 401k with Company Match
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Hybrid work available (not applicable to all roles)

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.

Equal employment opportunity (EEO)

Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.”

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