Business Process Owner Front Office

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.

Overral Purpose  and Objective of Position:

This position is responsible for overseeing the functional implementation of the ATLAS in ASIA as it relates to Accounting and Controlling. The person in charge collaborates with trading, operations and technology partners to identify, develop, and implement the best and leading core business processes in order to drive business transformation.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Deployment

• Is responsible for the functional aspects of the Atlas Roll out:
  • Supervise GAP analysis in collaboration BAs (i.e. first layer of analysis and validation, lead the escalation process to the Core team)
  • Manage master data during the project roll out phase in addition to ATLAS governance and documentation of platform requirements for position and PnL analysis.
  • Participate in data migration and validate the data migration approach in case of deviation from the standard methodology.
  • Support Regional Business Analysts on system testing and cut-over activities.
  • Liaise with the Regional Team to prepare and participate in project progress meetings.
  • Ongoing monitoring of the quality of implementation.
• Identify and respond to stakeholder needs and concerns. Ensure proper update of regional stakeholders on the status of project implementation from a functional point of view.
• Act as a team member supporting a change initiative by providing analysis or monitoring progress with guidance from a project/program manager.
• Lead new roll outs – new functionalities / new locations.
• Contribute communication for the Finance teams.

Design & Build

• Within the context of new rollouts:
  • Clarify roles and responsibilities within the project team and ensure project compliance with the organization's wider program and/or portfolio management decision-making structures and processes.
  • Ensure the consistency of the Atlas core model and the maximum re-usage of the existing system architecture and features to cover new requirements, in coordination with the rest of FPSO team.
  • Review and approve the functional specifications and make sure all cases are covered and properly documented.
  • Maintain ATLAS “Core Model” and supervise the documentation of the gaps between local requirements and the core model while assigning regional priorities.
  • Validate the tests done by regional BAs.

Processes

• Identify shortcomings and suggest improvements to existing processes, systems and procedures, then deliver a plan for change management program with guidance from a project/program manager.
• Conduct change management on operating processes with the Controllers / Trading / Execution and Accounting.
• Identify, formalize and deploy best practices in terms of Controlling process and Atlas usage.
• Organize decision making with regional heads and global steering committee on organizational issues.
• Conduct the training of the key users and BAs on the functional usage of ATLAS and best practices.
• Propose new methodology / changes of process / Excel spreadsheets in order to improve the quality and the timeliness of the financial data coming from Atlas

Support

• Provide first line support to the business in case of issues during project roll out and provide third line support post go-live.
• Ensure proper handover of support to the regional Business Analysts.
• Validate the NRT tests done on new releases.
• Understand, report and work alongside the BAs/support to correct issues with the system’s behavior.
• Conduct the training of the key users and BAs on the changes made on the ATLAS core model in ATLAS.

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

The following is the basic qualification: Bachelor's degree in quantitative or technical field desired

The following is the preferred qualification: Master’s Degree a plus, background in project management, consulting services, change management and/or business analyst is a plus.

Experience

The following are the basic qualifications:

5 - 10 years of strong technical or operational experience in financial or trading systems and a successful history of project plan completion.

Experience in participating in cross-functional project teams environment; ability to perform in various roles from individual contributor to a leadership role; ability to contribute to planning, organization and managing of project teams using a structured delivery methodology.

Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other business organizations; successful experience in working with diverse groups of people in a problem-solving environment

The following is the preferred qualification:

Experience with functional and technical aspects of major enterprise business systems and related technologies.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

The following are the basic qualifications:

• Develop and propose your own performance objectives; take appropriate actions to ensure the achievement of agreed objectives, using the organization's performance management systems to improve personal performance.
• Plan and prioritize work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. For example, strengthens alignment and coordination between own work and others', providing well-sequenced activities and exact time frames. Foresee and resolve many potential bottlenecks and delays.
• Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. For example, using metrics and benchmarks to monitor accuracy and quality. Take steps to make methods productive and efficient. Promptly and effectively addresses process breakdowns
• Develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. For example, tailors’ communication content and style to the needs of others. Pay attention to others' input and perspectives, ask questions, and summarize to confirm understanding.
• Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. For example, look at complex issues from multiple angles; explore issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; see the main consequences and implications of different options.
• Work without supervision and provide technical guidance when required on reviewing and creating relevant, lucid and effective reports.
• Identify, assess, prioritize and manage risks without supervision and provide technical guidance when required.
• Work at an advanced level to shift into and out of a mental mindset associated with assessing the facts and circumstances of the current situation and/or environment and making the appropriate/innovative adjustments to thinking and work habits to thrive in any scenario. Typically work independently and provide guidance.
• Fundamental understanding of core accounting and finance processes is required.
• Expert in the creation and manipulation of Excel pivot tables and the ability to build macros to integrate data into Excel workbooks.
• Integration of key graphical elements into PowerPoint for management communication and the ability to present such information.
• Demonstrated expertise in the areas of strategy, planning and project management.
• Strong ability to gather & analyze information, define problems and form a plan of action.
• Exceptional organizational ability with a very strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently and take ownership of this role.
• Extensive working knowledge of Excel, Power Pivot, Access, Visio, PowerPoint, Project, Word, and SharePoint.
• Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other business organizations; successful experience in working with diverse groups of people in a problem-solving environment.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Equipment Used

Typical office equipment: PC, telephone.

Working Conditions

Typical climate-controlled office environment.  Extensions of regular working hours are occasionally necessary to complete time sensitive projects, attend training or to respond to emergencies.  Spends long periods of time working on a computer screen.  Position requires travel approximately 15-20% of the time.

Decision Making/Accountability

Analyzes front-office and back-office business systems and integration processes; devises/conducts gap analysis surveys and documents operational specifications requirements; translates business process into computer system requirements; reviews systems and makes recommendations for customization based on knowledge of relevant business processes; applies thorough understanding of the software development life cycle; responsible for efficient implementations of system enhancements that meet user requirements and project deadlines; recommends procedural changes to operational personnel and management as deemed necessary.

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.