Finance Manager m/f/d

Function Accounting, Finance and Treasury

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods, active in over 100 countries with approximately 19,000 employees worldwide.

In December 2024, Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) signed an agreement to acquire BASF’s Food and Health Performance Ingredients business, including the Illertissen production site in Germany, subject to regulatory approvals. This transition offers new opportunities for the site under LDC’s stewardship.

The Illertissen facility continues its legacy of innovation in food and health ingredients, aiming to meet evolving consumer demands and support LDC's growth strategies. The team of about 280 employees is expected to join LDC, committed to high-quality product delivery.

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

After a transition period, the Finance Manager will lead the local finance team, maintaining books in local GAAP and IFRS, ensuring compliance (e.g., statutory audits, CIT provisions). She/he manages all financial reporting for the LDC Group, coordinates with other finance functions (Treasury, Tax, Credit Risk, Internal Control), and is the primary contact for the Food and Feed Solutions Platform, Legal, DT&A, and regional management. The role includes supervising controllers and supporting the FP&A department with budgeting processes.

Statutory and Tax Compliance

• Ensure compliance with German statutory and fiscal regulations
• Prepare statutory reports and liaise with auditors and authorities
• Coordinate with tax department for tax compliance and audits
• Ensure IFRS group reporting adherence

Monthly and Quarterly Closings

• Own the local books, verify accuracy, perform reconciliations
• Support SBS during closing processes
• Manage intercompany settlements and aging reviews

Business and Controlling

• Main contact for Food and Feed Solutions platform
• Supervise controllers, provide performance insights
• Ensure accurate financial reporting for strategic decisions
• Coordinate cash and working capital management with Treasury

System and Control

• Maintain systems for profitability and cost analysis
• Improve and automate processes, deploy system enhancements
• Work with DT&A and FPSO on system improvements
• Implement internal controls to ensure data integrity and prevent fraud

Additional tasks managed by SBS teams include cash movement follow-up, reconciliations, forex bookings, and timely deliverables.

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Audit, or Accounting
• 5-8 years in accounting, controlling, reporting, with strong accounting skills
• Experience in industrial environments preferred; audit experience is a plus
• Fluent in English and German
• Strong ERP (SAP preferred) and MS Office skills, including SAP Sales & Distribution, BI, Excel
• Deep practical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, analytical skills

Additional Information

What We Offer

Competitive salary, benefits, hybrid work options, pension contributions, and training opportunities in a dynamic international environment.

Sustainability & Diversity

We are committed to creating sustainable value and embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion, supporting local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.