Trade Operations Controller at LOUIS DREYFUS COMPANY ASIA PTE LTD

City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

P&L Analysis, Financial Reporting, FX Monitoring, Budgeting, Cash Flow Forecasting, IFRS Compliance, Microsoft Excel, ERP Systems, Commodity Trading, Derivative Products, Audit Support, Stakeholder Management

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

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 18,000 people globally. Job Description We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Trade Operations Controller to join our Australian Cotton Platform. In this role, you will be responsible for producing accurate and timely Daily P&L, Position, and FX monitoring reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards. You will provide valuable insights to support trading and business decisions, lead month-end closing processes, and contribute to planning, budgeting, and process improvement activities in collaboration with regional and global teams. Key responsibilities will be but not limited to: Preparing, monitoring, and analysing Daily P&L and Position reports for the Australian Cotton Platform, with clear commentary on performance drivers and variances. Ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial reports (positions, prices, costs, broker statement reconciliations) in compliance with IFRS and company policies. Monitoring and reporting foreign exchange exposures, identifying unhedged positions, and ensuring compliance with Group Policy. Producing monthly Flash P&L reports and supporting the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely month-end closing. Supporting budgeting and reforecasting activities, including margin, secondary costs, and G&A analysis. Preparing monthly and rolling 12-month cash flow forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities in working capital usage. Assisting in external audits and maintaining documented financial procedures aligned with company and regulatory standards. Supporting continuous improvement projects and system enhancements, including trading and accounting systems (ATLAS). Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders including Trading, Execution, Accounting, Treasury, and Credit Risk teams, as well as external auditors and Shared Services Centres. Qualifications Desired skills and experience: Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a finance role, ideally within agribusiness, commodities, or trading. Strong understanding of profit and loss accounting and financial reporting. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP or trading systems highly regarded. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and regions. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. Highly regarded: Experience within agricultural or commodity trading industries. Understanding of derivative products (futures, forwards, and options). Knowledge of treasury or funding functions. CA/CPA qualification (desired but not essential). Education & Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline. Additional Information Please click on the link to see some of the perks and benefits of working with LDC. If you experience issues with the link below, please copy and paste the URL into your browser LINK: Perk & Benefits URL: www.canva.com/design/DAG95PiseaA/aaatlXLv6JhIfDlJJpvzTw/view?utm_content=DAG95PiseaA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hd63ac03f84 To apply for the position: If you're interested in this exciting opportunity to join the Louis Dreyfus Company, please click 'APPLY NOW' to forward an up-to-date copy of your Resume. Please note that you must be an Australian Citizen or have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this 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 Years of Work Experience: 5 - 8

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Responsibilities

Responsible for producing daily P&L, position, and FX monitoring reports to support trading decisions for the Australian Cotton Platform. Leads month-end closing processes and contributes to budgeting, forecasting, and process improvement activities.