SSR Derivatives Analyst - SBS Americas

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading agricultural product merchandising and processing company. Our activities span the entire value chain, from field to table, through a wide range of business lines; we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers worldwide. Structured as a matrix organization with six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company operates in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

Overall Purpose and Objective of Position 

This position is responsible for processing daily derivative trade activity for the clearing division of a fast-paced international commodity trading firm.   

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions: 

• Process trades cleared by external brokers in back-office system after verification against trader confirmations.

• Perform end of day reconciliation of positions and ensure trades are in the correct accounts. 

• Upload internal trades in back-office system and verify that there is no position or P&L impact. 

• Communicate with other team members, traders, and brokers to resolve any trade discrepancies.

• Review and process account corrections.  

• Identify and allocate trades from our clearing house to other brokers to clear. 

 

Additional Responsibilities: 

• Participate in cross-training of all operational duties to provide proper coverage of departmental functions. 

• Continuously review day to day processes of the department to ensure clarity and efficiency. 

• Prepare reports/documents for Margins and Reporting group as needed. 

• Assist in any ad-hoc projects as needed. 

 

Company Conformance Statements 

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

• Interact professionally with co-workers and company business associates. 

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. 

• Able to work effectively 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. 

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses 

The following is the preferred qualification: 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting, Economics, or related field. 

• Professional certification in accounting/finance. 

The following is the basic qualification: 

• High School diploma. 

 

Experience 

• With a bachelor’s degree, 2 (plus) years of experience in commodities or financial back-office operations. 

• With a High School diploma, 5 years of experience in commodities or financial back-office operations. 

 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands) 

The following are the basic qualifications: 

• Fluent in English-both spoken and written. 

• Solid proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook is a must.   (Advance Excel skills are a plus) 

• Knowledge of back-office software such as ION XTP or XTP Clearing (Seals) is a plus. 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, reactive, and challenging trading environment. 

• Detail-oriented and able to do analytical work to resolve discrepancies. 

• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.