Financial Operations Analyst

Company Description

Sopra Banking Software works with more than 1,500 banks, building societies and specialized finance providers across more than 80 countries worldwide. We help them to develop, deliver and operationalise their digital transformation strategies. Using our suite of digital banking products and services enables these organisations to deliver remarkable financial services to their clients.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic FinOps Analyst to join our Business Support Team. Reporting to the Business Support Lead, this role will be responsible for the administration of our financial operations, focusing on budget tracking, forecasting, cost / revenue analysis, and licensing management. The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing our financial procedures, ensuring transparency across departments, and enabling informed decision-making through detailed financial insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Third-Party Licensing Process: You will be responsible for ensuring that we have an accurate inventory of licensing information which our Financial Control, and Operational teams can rely on. You will achieve this though the maintenance of our third-party licensing process through detailed tracking of spend vs forecast and renewals are submitted in a timely manner.
• Budgeting and Reporting Improvements: Responsible for implementing and refining budgeting and reporting procedures to enhance the quality of financial forecasting. Focus on accurate financial tracking and reporting to the Head of Cloud and Support, streamlining processes to reduce the time required for monthly closings.
• Cost Visibility: Improve and maintain a process that provides transparent cost insights to colleagues across the organisation (AWS / on premise hosting / third party costs etc) Enable informed decision-making by ensuring all team members understand how their work impacts the company's financial health.
• KPI Tracking and Action Plans: Monitor key financial performance indicators relating to costs and revenue. Take ownership of relevant action plans to address areas requiring improvement, driving forward initiatives that enhance financial performance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

We are interested in hearing from you, if you have most of the following attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; a master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA) is preferred.
• Proven experience in financial management, with a background in P&L management, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and produce actionable insights.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of conveying complex financial information in an understandable manner.
• Experience in analysing AWS cost data (cost explorer / quicksight etc)
• Proficient in financial software and advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

If you do not have all of the above experience or skills we would still like to hear from you.

Additional Information

Sopra Banking Software are a certified Great Place to Work!

We offer a hybrid working model. 

Salary for this role is from £40,000 - £50,000 p/a 

By joining the Sopra Banking Software team you will enjoy a market competitive salary and our excellent rewards and benefits schemes including 25 days holiday with an option to buy up to 5 more, a 6% employer pension contribution, a buy one get one free employee share scheme, private medical insurance, critical illness cover, a health cash plan, and we offer flexible working arrangements to all employees, plus many more excellent benefits.

We take pride in rewarding our colleagues through Summer parties, treat days in the offices, and a social budget for each department.

At our organization, we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.

All of our positions are open to people with disabilities.