Operational Controller

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.

Main accountabilities (Main Responsibilities):

Job coverage: LDC Ukraine

Controlling and analysis:

• Maintenance of reporting and budgeting processes, work on reporting processes improvement;
• Analysis of margins and costs, cost efficiency, HC, CAPEX – monthly, quarterly;
• Monitoring of the dynamics of main Balance sheet and P&L items (AR, AP, loans ageing; Sales and production costs changes, G&A changes);
• Communication with local and regional accounting for explanations of PL and BS items;
• Communication with local and regional commercial team for explanations of weekly managerial PL;
• Continuous monitoring of accounting & internal reporting systems usage effectiveness for reporting and budgeting purposes, creation of special tasks for IT developers.

Reporting and budgeting:

• Weekly, Monthly, quarterly, annual preparation of managerial reports under company group standards according to the group deadlines, on a basis of consolidated data;
• Input of managerial reports into corporate reporting software;
• Preparation of monthly and quarterly presentations of managerial reports for company group management and a leading role in its discussion;
• Preparation of budget and reforecast in line with company group instructions and deadlines;
• Preparation of managerial reporting for Board meetings (at management request).

Internal control:

• Ensuring that appropriate systems and internal controls are implemented and maintained;
• Identifying key risks areas in a daily activities and reporting it to the management;
• Recommend changes that will improve the company's financial performance and financial controls;
• Develop and document business processes and reporting/accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Communication with internal auditors regarding processes control.

Other:

• MTM Calculation control.
• Weekly position control.
• FX position control.
• Export contracts price control.
• Ad-hoc reports by the management requests.

 

Knowledge and Experience:

• University degree in appropriate field (Finance, Economics, Business analytics, Math), IFRS or ACCA/CFA professional certificate will be a plus
• Experience in Big4, production or agricultural sector will be a plus
• At least 3 years of experience in financial analysis or managerial reporting
• Good understanding of managerial reporting and budgeting principles
• Fluent English
• IFRS experience
• Proactive and independent
• Readiness to daily routine work including completion of management and IFRS reporting
• Practical knowledge of ERP-systems, accounting and finance reporting systems

 

Interactions/ interface:

• Regular cross-functional interactions with all departments/colleagues

 

Job challenge:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Problem solving mentality and commercial approach
• 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.

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

 
• Private Medical insurance

 
• Life insurance

 
• 31 days annual leave

 
• Fruits days in the office

 
• Modern office in communicative location