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Payments Officer

Abbotsford, Australia
Job Reference JR0077381
Professional Areas Finance
Function Accounting, Finance and Treasury
Contract Type Permanent
Years of Work Experience 0 - 3
Start date 2024-06-03

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 17,000 people globally.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team at Abbotsford office in a full-time role as a Payments Officer.

Reporting to the Accounts Manager, you will be part of a small and dynamic team. The day-to-day operations include tasks associated with payments, invoicing, and accounts receivable.

Responsibilities

  • Invoicing for domestic sales business.
  • Generation of shipping and container invoices (when they finish packing and loading) and nomination fees.
  • Actioning required contract amendments.
  • Daily reconciliation of contracts in Salesforce and Agtech.
  • Generating and distributing statement at the end of the month.
  • Manage credit application process including collation and collection of supporting information and Accounts.
  • Answer queries from growers and clients for storage, outturn and receival of charges related.
  • AP invoice/ credit note entries in SAP (EGPL, Gsmart Storage and Misc charges).
  • Sorting out incoming mail for invoices/ statements for corporate and storage handling side.
  • Create, amend and delete cardholder login access in Concur.

To be successful in the role, you will have:

  • 1-2 years experience in AR and AP.
  • Previous customer-focused role.
  • Debt collection experience.
  • A demonstrated understanding of the grain industry and supply chain.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • IT skills with proficiency in MS Office programs, especially Excel.
  • A demonstrated understanding of software programs such as Microsoft Office, GrainSmart and SAP Business 1 (preferable).
  • Positive and flexible attitude.
  • Excellent people skills.

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.

We offer

  • Work for a global, leading commodities company
  • Competitive salary and benefits​​​​​​
  • Access to Training and Development 
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program
Company Description

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 17,000 people globally.


Job Description

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team at Abbotsford office in a full-time role as a Payments Officer.

Reporting to the Accounts Manager, you will be part of a small and dynamic team. The day-to-day operations include tasks associated with payments, invoicing, and accounts receivable.

Responsibilities

  • Invoicing for domestic sales business.
  • Generation of shipping and container invoices (when they finish packing and loading) and nomination fees.
  • Actioning required contract amendments.
  • Daily reconciliation of contracts in Salesforce and Agtech.
  • Generating and distributing statement at the end of the month.
  • Manage credit application process including collation and collection of supporting information and Accounts.
  • Answer queries from growers and clients for storage, outturn and receival of charges related.
  • AP invoice/ credit note entries in SAP (EGPL, Gsmart Storage and Misc charges).
  • Sorting out incoming mail for invoices/ statements for corporate and storage handling side.
  • Create, amend and delete cardholder login access in Concur.

Experience

To be successful in the role, you will have:

  • 1-2 years experience in AR and AP.
  • Previous customer-focused role.
  • Debt collection experience.
  • A demonstrated understanding of the grain industry and supply chain.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • IT skills with proficiency in MS Office programs, especially Excel.
  • A demonstrated understanding of software programs such as Microsoft Office, GrainSmart and SAP Business 1 (preferable).
  • Positive and flexible attitude.
  • Excellent people skills.

Additional Information

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.

We offer

  • Work for a global, leading commodities company
  • Competitive salary and benefits​​​​​​
  • Access to Training and Development 
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program