Senior Trade Finance Analyst - Cotton

Company DescriptionLouis 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 DescriptionPrimary Responsibilities/Essential FunctionsPolicies, Procedures, Accounting Norms and Compliance Analyzes all commercial accounts, ledgers and reporting systems for the cotton platform commercial closeIdentifies improvements over commercial trade accounting data and control procedures and implements improvements identified by management Perform special projects as requestedTrade Accounting and Financial Reporting Activities Performs and reviews commercial margin analysis; summarizes monthly analyses, quarterly, and annual trading margin resultsPerforms the compilation of monthly cash flow projections and assists in troubleshooting issues, as neededComplete market valuations testing based on management parameters for the monthly closeComplete quarterly valuation back-testingPrepare and reconcile daily position reportingExecution of the daily P&L process for Cotton. Analyze cotton financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner to cotton platform management; clearly communicate daily activity and P&L driversAssist in the reconciliation of the daily P&L to month-end accounting results for each profit center and assist with unreconciled itemsPerform a detailed review by profit center of mark-to-market, cut-offs, and position for inclusivenessAssist in completing commercial margin budget by establishing schedules; collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data; recommending plansPerform/review budget to actual variance for commercial margin Perform/review monthly CTM entries and reconciliationsPerform/review monthly trade reconciliationsProvide ad hoc support/reporting to commercial teams for commercial analysesProfessional DevelopmentPursues continuous improvement through expanding of industry/company knowledge, training opportunities and taking on additional responsibilities#LIHybridQualificationsEducation/Professional Certifications/LicensesBachelor’s Degree required. Business/Economic/Finance background preferred.ExperienceThe following are the basic qualifications:2 years of progressive accounting or finance experienceAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft ExcelThe following are preferred qualifications:Experience with International Financial Reporting StandardsRelevant experience with mark-to-market accounting and trading positions within a commodity trading firmCPAAdditional InformationKnowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)Strong computer skills, especially Excel and Word programs. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Company Conformance StatementsIn the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.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. What We OfferWe 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.- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage - 401k with Company Match - Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays - Hybrid work available (not applicable to all roles) 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. Equal employment opportunity (EEO)Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 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