Financial Analyst

BCB Group

THE ROLE  As the Financial Analyst, you will take full ownership of the month-end processes and financial reporting for allocated entities. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will drive general ledger accuracy by preparing detailed income statement variance analyses and balance sheet reconciliations. The ideal candidate will be a driven, analytical finance professional with a robust technical foundation, exceptional communication skills, and a proactive approach to continuous process improvement. Key Responsibilities and Duties * Owning month-end processes for allocated entities, ensuring accurate, timely, and complete reporting. * Preparing monthly income statements and providing detailed variance analysis. * Preparing monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring any reconciling items are resolved promptly. * Performing regular bank postings and maintaining general ledger accuracy. * Supporting the preparation and submission of monthly and quarterly VAT returns. * Assisting with intercompany billing and reconciliations. * Acting as a key point of contact for external audits, including preparing schedules and responding to queries. * Partnering with operational teams to ensure accurate data capture and financial reporting. * Collaborating with in-country advisors and accountants to ensure strict compliance with local laws and regulations. * Delivering ad hoc reporting, analysis, and responding to information requests. * Identifying and implementing improvements to processes, systems, and reporting. * Contributing to finance projects and change initiatives. What are we looking for? If you can demonstrate some of the following experience/skills below, we would love to hear from you. * We’re looking for someone with 3–5 years of experience in a financial or management accounting role, ideally within the financial services sector. * Part-qualified and actively studying towards a professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).  * Strong experience handling month-end close, transactional accounting, and supporting external audits. * A curious, proactive mindset with a strong willingness to take initiative and ownership of tasks. * Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines. * Experience of working with a  high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. * Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, notably data manipulation and analysis; familiarity with Google sheets an advantage. * Experience working with ERP systems. So, what’s in it for you? Our people are constantly striving to be the best through operational excellence. The professional development and learning opportunities create an agile, hardworking, conscientious, and knowledgeable team.  The opportunities for personal growth are exponential. You grow as the business grows. The roles and responsibilities are broad and ever-changing, and the dynamism of BCB keeps you engaged and highly motivated.   At BCB, we believe in empowering individuals to create a culture of personal growth, together, and driving empowerment from the bottom up, up-skilling every individual at every level. This means our team has a sense of commonality and belonging, driven by a shared belief in our mission. We’re passionate about our business, our people, and providing 360-degree support for success.   * The chance to operate at the forefront of our industry                                    * You can talk to anyone in the business as there are no barriers and everyone is accessible * You will be collaborating with teams on a hybrid working arrangement * We value team success where every individual can grow and prosper * 30 days annual leave each year * 4 wellbeing days per year to prioritise your mental health  * 1 company volunteering day per year * Strong benefits package including; Private Healthcare, Pension, Income Protection (long-term absence), Life Insurance, Menopause Policy, and an enhanced Parental Leave policy * Study support ABOUT BCB GROUP BCB Group is a leading provider of regulated payment and trading services in crypto and fiat for the digital asset economy. We provide accounts, cryptocurrency and foreign exchange market liquidity for some of the world’s largest, crypto-engaged businesses, including crypto exchanges, liquidity providers, market makers, investment firms, custodians, payment processors and wallet providers. Our end-to-end suite of products are accessible through our Client Console UI and API. We offer more than 40 fiat and cryptocurrencies, deep trading liquidity, 24/7 instant payments through our instant settlements network, BLINC, and secure crypto services. Our strong focus on compliance matches our technical and business expertise, and we are regulated by some of the world’s most respected regulators. Authorised in the UK, France and Switzerland, we place the utmost importance on our regulatory-first institutional principles.   Our leadership team boasts years of relevant, high-level experience at globally-renowned institutions. They combine finance, law, regulatory and technology skills in traditional and crypto financial services with a deep understanding of the new digital asset economy. Our mission is to create the trusted platform to pay, store, trade and earn fiat and digital assets, globally 24/7   www.bcbgroup.com

Sonata One

Sonata One is a rapidly scaling, regulated fund services and technology (fintech) business.  We're The Private Funds Clearinghouse, connecting more than 53,000 investors with 6,500 funds and 180 fund managers around the globe. Our vision is to change the paradigm of private markets investing through harmonising the end-to-end investment process within one platform. Investors benefit from a seamless, one & done experience across the fund lifecycle (from fund selection and subscription through to settlement and reporting) underpinned by a globally compliant KYC passport and 24/5 support. Fund managers can raise capital faster at a lower cost from a wider pool of pre-approved investors.  Founded in 2015, Sonata One has a presence in eight locations worldwide including the US, UK and Luxembourg, Guernsey, South Africa and Mauritius.     We operate as #OneGlobalThread in line with our values: We challenge the norm, we change the way we think and work, by connecting systems and people, while committing to our vision and each other. We are now looking to recruit an experienced Financial Analyst to join our global team.   Position Overview:     The Finance Analyst plays a key role in supporting the financial management, reporting, planning, and analysis activities of the business. This role has a broad remit over all parts of our finance function, supporting financial insight to support decision-making, and partners with stakeholders across the organisation to drive business performance   Responsibilities:     Sales Ledger:  * Generate and issue all invoices on a quarterly basis * Minimise debtor days by developing client relationships and through proactive debtor management. * Act as the central contact for all sales ledger queries and demonstrate thorough client knowledge. * Promptly and accurately allocate receipts across all clients and services. * Periodically report revenue and aged debtor performance with effective analysis   Purchase Ledger:  * Process all purchases invoices across all group entities * Review and approval of employee expense claims * Assisting with supplier queries   Banking and Cash: * Own all day to day banking relationships * Post and Reconcile bank statements and transactions * Process bank payments within an effective authorisation framework   General Ledger: * Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and depreciation process. * Contribution to the month end close process   Management Information: * Own financial analysis to support with financial forecasting and budgeting * Assist with the annual financial audit process * Assist with processing of local tax returns (e.g. VAT)   Process Improvement & Systems * Identify opportunities to automate reporting and improve efficiency. * Support implementation and optimisation of finance systems. * Improve data quality, controls, and reporting processes.     Qualifications:     Essential * 2–5 years' experience in finance and accounting * Strong analytical skills. * Comfortable working with Excel * Experience with ERP systems and reporting tools * Strong attention to detail and accuracy   Desirable * Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline. * ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification (or studying towards). * Experience in financial services, fintech, technology, or a high-growth environment.   About You * Good knowledge of financial and accounting procedures and experience using financial software * Strong ethics, with an ability to manage confidential data * Proactive and organized with the ability to prioritise workload and meet urgent and multi-layered deadlines * Proactively suggest process & system improvements * Support and foster friendly interpersonal relationships both internally and externally * Ability to work in a dynamic environment with the ability to embrace and champion change   Being part of Sonata One provides a collaborative and inclusive work culture that values innovation and diversity. We believe in the power of our unique mission and we all work together towards that one single goal. We also believe in being real. We’re not a big corporate. Everyone has an important role to fulfil, and your contribution will be an integral part of our success story.       Benefits:      * Private Medical Insurance – Comprehensive coverage to support your health  * Life Insurance – Peace of mind for you and your loved ones  * Income Protection – Financial support when you need it most * Hybrid Working – Supporting work/Life Balance * Annual Leave – With extra days that grow the longer you’re with us * Pension Scheme – Employee matched helping you plan confidently for the future * Wellness Budget – Investing in your health with a gym membership * Employee Assistance Program – Confidential, 24/7 support for life’s ups and downs * Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave – Because family matters * Career Training & Development – Ongoing learning opportunities to help you grow * Paid Volunteering Day – Take time to give back to causes you care about * Work from Anywhere – Choose your backdrop

Sonata One

Sonata One is a rapidly scaling, regulated fund services and technology (fintech) business.  We're The Private Funds Clearinghouse, connecting more than 53,000 investors with 6,500 funds and 180 fund managers around the globe. Our vision is to change the paradigm of private markets investing through harmonising the end-to-end investment process within one platform. Investors benefit from a seamless, one & done experience across the fund lifecycle (from fund selection and subscription through to settlement and reporting) underpinned by a globally compliant KYC passport and 24/5 support. Fund managers can raise capital faster at a lower cost from a wider pool of pre-approved investors.  Founded in 2015, Sonata One has a presence in eight locations worldwide including the US, UK and Luxembourg, Guernsey, South Africa and Mauritius.     We operate as #OneGlobalThread in line with our values: We challenge the norm, we change the way we think and work, by connecting systems and people, while committing to our vision and each other. We are now looking to recruit an experienced Financial Analyst to join our global team.   Position Overview:     The Finance Analyst plays a key role in supporting the financial management, reporting, planning, and analysis activities of the business. This role has a broad remit over all parts of our finance function, supporting financial insight to support decision-making, and partners with stakeholders across the organisation to drive business performance   Responsibilities:     Sales Ledger:  * Generate and issue all invoices on a quarterly basis * Minimise debtor days by developing client relationships and through proactive debtor management. * Act as the central contact for all sales ledger queries and demonstrate thorough client knowledge. * Promptly and accurately allocate receipts across all clients and services. * Periodically report revenue and aged debtor performance with effective analysis   Purchase Ledger:  * Process all purchases invoices across all group entities * Review and approval of employee expense claims * Assisting with supplier queries   Banking and Cash: * Own all day to day banking relationships * Post and Reconcile bank statements and transactions * Process bank payments within an effective authorisation framework   General Ledger: * Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and depreciation process. * Contribution to the month end close process   Management Information: * Own financial analysis to support with financial forecasting and budgeting * Assist with the annual financial audit process * Assist with processing of local tax returns (e.g. VAT)   Process Improvement & Systems * Identify opportunities to automate reporting and improve efficiency. * Support implementation and optimisation of finance systems. * Improve data quality, controls, and reporting processes.   Qualifications:     Essential * 2–5 years' experience in finance and accounting * Strong analytical skills. * Comfortable working with Excel * Experience with ERP systems and reporting tools * Strong attention to detail and accuracy   Desirable * Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline. * ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification (or studying towards). * Experience in financial services, fintech, technology, or a high-growth environment.   About You * Good knowledge of financial and accounting procedures and experience using financial software * Strong ethics, with an ability to manage confidential data * Proactive and organized with the ability to prioritise workload and meet urgent and multi-layered deadlines * Proactively suggest process & system improvements * Support and foster friendly interpersonal relationships both internally and externally * Ability to work in a dynamic environment with the ability to embrace and champion change   Being part of Sonata One provides a collaborative and inclusive work culture that values innovation and diversity. We believe in the power of our unique mission and we all work together towards that one single goal. We also believe in being real. We’re not a big corporate. Everyone has an important role to fulfil, and your contribution will be an integral part of our success story.       Benefits:      * Private Medical Insurance – Comprehensive coverage to support your health  * Life Insurance – Peace of mind for you and your loved ones  * Income Protection – Financial support when you need it most * Hybrid Working – Supporting work/Life Balance * Annual Leave – With extra days that grow the longer you’re with us * Pension Scheme – Employee matched helping you plan confidently for the future * Wellness Budget – Investing in your health with a gym membership * Employee Assistance Program – Confidential, 24/7 support for life’s ups and downs * Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave – Because family matters * Career Training & Development – Ongoing learning opportunities to help you grow * Paid Volunteering Day – Take time to give back to causes you care about * Work from Anywhere – Choose your backdrop