Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join us as a Financial Administrator to work in a truly global environment reporting to one of the Financial Controllers in our Amsterdam team. The role will work as part of a team responsible for performing general book-keeping and financial accounting tasks in accordance with financial accounting principles and group reporting requirements.

Business Overview

ED&F Man Liquid Products Division is the leading global supplier in molasses, molasses blends and related liquid products as well as dry products for (mainly) the animal feed industry. We are a pioneer as well as a trader in liquid agricultural by-and- co-products. We offer expertise in animal nutrition and feed dispense technology to farmers. We work closely with manufacturers, such as rum and yeast producers, to provide quality products from sustainable sources. Our capability includes sourcing, shipping, storage and distribution of molasses, molasses blends and other sugar co-products, as well as vegetable and fish oils.

We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, molasses and animal feed.

Key Accountabilities

• Maintain the day-to-day accounts and preparation for month end close
• Prepare monthly financial performances and quantitative management information
• Perform credit control and debt collection
• Accounts receivable and accounts payable (AR/AP)
• Manage online banking including online payments and transfers
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations
• Prepare periodic VAT tax returns
• Prepare corporate accounting statements

Skills and Experience

• Vocational education degree (minimum) in accounting or finance
• Minimum of 4 years relevant work experience in a similar environment
• Proven understanding of accounting principles
• Specific knowledge of finance software and financial reporting systems
• A strong focus on performance; sets high standards, results orientated and able to maintain performance under pressure
• Fluency in business English, Dutch is advantageous
• Determined, resilient and eager to join the ED&F Man business
• High level of integrity, flexibility, ability to work under pressure and self-reflection are key attributes to perform this role

 

As an ever-friendly reminder: Researchers have found that men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria. Women and other underrepresented groups tend to apply only when they check every box. If you are interested, but don’t feel like you meet every single point on the job description, please still apply!

 

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

• Enrolment in our performance-based but discretionary bonus scheme
• 12 months fixed-term contract
• 25 holiday days per annum
• Enrolment in our pension-scheme and insurance schemes
• Travel reimbursement of €0.23 per km
• Hybrid working is possible
• Working from home allowance €2.35 per day
• Top floor office and resided next to Amsterdam Central Station

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

 

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

To apply you must have the right to work for the provided location.

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join us as a Research Analyst to work in a truly global environment joining our commercial trading team in our regional headquarters in Amsterdam for the European, Asian, and African business. You will provide data analysis, and reports to support the trading team, providing concise accurate summaries and forming opinions and insights on the markets. You will also be required to prepare presentations to customers and third parties. The role provides long term development potential for someone eager to demonstrate their skills and experience in the fast-paced soft commodities environment.

ED&F Man Liquid Products Division is the leading global supplier in molasses, molasses blends and related liquid products as well as dry products for (mainly) the animal feed industry. We are a pioneer as well as a trader in liquid agricultural by-and- co-products. We offer expertise in animal nutrition and feed dispense technology to farmers. We work closely with manufacturers, such as rum and yeast producers, to provide quality products from sustainable sources. Our capability includes sourcing, shipping, storage and distribution of molasses, molasses blends and other sugar co-products, as well as vegetable and fish oils.

We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, molasses and animal feed.

Key Accountabilities

• Collecting data and information from primary sources, structuring and analysing data and information for the commercial trading team.
• Keeping constant track of emerging trends in the commodities sector.
• Pro-actively keeping the traders up to date on what news, reports and events move and effect the market.
• Provide monthly updates on supply and demand estimates and import and export volumes.
• Regularly provide distribution offices with updates and reports.
• Prepare and present updates on market insights to trading team on a weekly basis.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of adhoc business projects with cross-functional teams.
• Prepare and present market updates to third parties including key customers.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in agriculture, international business, economics or any other relevant subject.
• 2 years minimum analytical or research-based experience in the physical commodities sector preferably agricultural soft commodities.
• English essential and Dutch highly advantageous.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills with a pragmatic, commercial in approach.
• Highly self-motived, inquisitive with an appetite to learn.
• Excellent presentation skills and the confidence to engage well with all internal and external stakeholders including key customers.
• Excels in a team environment and is proactive, collaborative, and collegial.
• Strong communication skills, driven and good interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, flexibility, ability to work under pressure and self-reflection are key attributes to perform this role.
• MS Office skills including excel and powerpoint.

As an ever-friendly reminder: Researchers have found that men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria. Women and other underrepresented groups tend to apply only when they check every box. If you are interested, but don’t feel like you meet every single point on the job description, please still apply!

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

To apply you must have the right to work for the provided location.

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join us as a FP&A Analyst to work in a global trading environment as a valued partner to provide analytical and strategic support to the coffee business unit and work closely with senior management to support high quality decision making.

Volcafe Ltd is one of the world’s leading international green coffee trading companies, operating in over 20 countries globally. Our expertise spans green coffee procurement and preparation, sustainability, blending, quality control, risk management and export as well as importing and distribution. We supply the world’s major coffee roasters and retail distributors with their green coffee requirements, with significant strategic growth ambitions for the future. We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, molasses, and animal feed.

Volcafe works across the whole green coffee supply chain to make coffee business better, together with our partners and employees. We have built and operate sustainable coffee supply chains across all our origins, addressing key economic, social and environmental issues in coffee farming communities. Our Volcafe Way farmer support programme engages with thousands of coffee farmers and provides a holistic response to the challenges they face.

THIS ROLE COULD BE BASED FROM OUR AMSTERDAM, MADRID OR GENOVA, ITALY OFFICES.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the FP&A Manager in the creation of high-quality management information in a timely manner for the business unit level and corporate centre, as directed by the coffee business unit CFO and senior leadership team.
• Maintain highly effective relationships with the finance directors and regional controllers for all coffee entities, as well as ensuring a collaborative relationship with the corporate centre.
• Provides support in designing, developing, and maintaining:
  • High quality, accurate and timely reporting (monthly, forecast and budget reporting for quarterly updates).
  • Monthly OPEX and working capital analysis and reports.
  • KPI´s to measure and optimize the business.
  • Project management – support the senior team with project work by producing financial models, challenging assumptions, managing internal stakeholders, presenting data-driven recommendations, and assisting with execution.
  • Global optimization and value generation projects for the coffee business.
• Support the FP&A Manager, in preparing financial and strategic presentations for the Coffee business.
• Seek efficiency and change management opportunities within the organization.

Skills and Experience

• BA in Economics, Finance or Accounting.
• Previous experience as a Financial Analyst in a multinational environment.
• Experience using Hyperion proficiently.
• Good level of business and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communicator (written and verbal) and relationship builder; hands-on and self-driven, not in need of a high level of oversight and supervision.
• Experience in preparing professional reports and presentations.
• Project management skills.
• Proactive, goal orientated and collaborative.

As an ever-friendly reminder: Researchers have found that men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria. Women and other underrepresented groups tend to apply only when they check every box. If you are interested, but don’t feel like you meet every single point on the job description, please still apply!

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Volcafe shares the values of our parent company, ED&F Man Commodities. Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities.

Our Commitment

Volcafe shares the commitment of our parent company, ED&F Man Commodities. We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

To apply you must have the right to work for the provided location.