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Senior AccountantLouis Dreyfus Company • Brisbane, Australia
Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Louis Dreyfus Company • Brisbane, Australia
30+ days ago
Job 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 skilled and motivated Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this role is responsible for providing regulatory, compliance, statutory, accounting and financial reporting for the business and Group. You will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, managing reconciliations, preparing financial statements, and driving continuous improvement across accounting processes and systems.

This is a 2 year fixed term contract.

Key responsibilities will be but not limited to :

  • Maintain and manage the reconciliation and analysis of data across financial systems to ensure accuracy between front and back-office systems.
  • Ensure accurate and timely month-end reporting, compliance reporting (BAS, FBT, Levies, Annual Accounting, etc.) and group reporting by required deadlines.
  • Manage and reconcile the company’s financial position reports, ensuring compliance with audit and statutory obligations.
  • Prepare statutory financial statements and work papers supporting financial disclosures in accordance with Corporations Law and Australian Accounting Standards (AASB).
  • Proactively communicate with Group Finance to reconcile differences and resolve discrepancies.
  • Assist with the preparation of annual budgets, reforecasts, and the 5-year business plan.
  • Manage FX exposure and ensure hedging activities comply with Group Policy.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting systems, processes, and procedures, including documentation and regular review.
  • Participate and support regional updates and implementations of accounting, execution, and treasury systems.

Desired Skills and Experience :

  • 5–10 years’ experience in finance or accounting roles, ideally within the commodities, agribusiness, or financial services sector.
  • Deep knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards (AASB) and Australian tax legislation.
  • Strong technical skills in consolidation and the preparation of group income tax returns.
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet reporting deadlines.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret both qualitative and quantitative data.
  • Experience mentoring or supervising junior team members.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of SAP HANA preferred. Experience with JDE advantageous.
  • Experience working on IT or systems deployment projects desirable.
  • Understanding of accounting for processing and warehousing assets, derivative products (futures, forwards, options), and treasury / funding functions advantageous
  • Experience

  • Degree in Accounting, Commerce, or related discipline.
  • Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) qualification required.
  • Additional Information

    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.

    In accordance with Louis Dreyfus Company Australia's policies, you are required to undergo a background check and a pre-employment medical. We commit to providing a safe workplace for our employees and customers.

    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

    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 skilled and motivated Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this role is responsible for providing regulatory, compliance, statutory, accounting and financial reporting for the business and Group. You will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, managing reconciliations, preparing financial statements, and driving continuous improvement across accounting processes and systems.

    This is a 2 year fixed term contract.

    Key responsibilities will be but not limited to :

  • Maintain and manage the reconciliation and analysis of data across financial systems to ensure accuracy between front and back-office systems.
  • Ensure accurate and timely month-end reporting, compliance reporting (BAS, FBT, Levies, Annual Accounting, etc.) and group reporting by required deadlines.
  • Manage and reconcile the company’s financial position reports, ensuring compliance with audit and statutory obligations.
  • Prepare statutory financial statements and work papers supporting financial disclosures in accordance with Corporations Law and Australian Accounting Standards (AASB).
  • Proactively communicate with Group Finance to reconcile differences and resolve discrepancies.
  • Assist with the preparation of annual budgets, reforecasts, and the 5-year business plan.
  • Manage FX exposure and ensure hedging activities comply with Group Policy.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting systems, processes, and procedures, including documentation and regular review.
  • Participate and support regional updates and implementations of accounting, execution, and treasury systems.
  • Desired Skills and Experience :

  • 5–10 years’ experience in finance or accounting roles, ideally within the commodities, agribusiness, or financial services sector.
  • Deep knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards (AASB) and Australian tax legislation.
  • Strong technical skills in consolidation and the preparation of group income tax returns.
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet reporting deadlines.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret both qualitative and quantitative data.
  • Experience mentoring or supervising junior team members.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of SAP HANA preferred. Experience with JDE advantageous.
  • Experience working on IT or systems deployment projects desirable.
  • Understanding of accounting for processing and warehousing assets, derivative products (futures, forwards, options), and treasury / funding functions advantageous
  • Experience

  • Degree in Accounting, Commerce, or related discipline.
  • Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) qualification required.
  • Additional Information

    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.

    In accordance with Louis Dreyfus Company Australia's policies, you are required to undergo a background check and a pre-employment medical. We commit to providing a safe workplace for our employees and customers.

    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

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