FP&A Senior Financial Analyst

Who is Gen II?

Gen II is a leading fund administration provider focused entirely on serving private capital asset managers and investors with a best-in-class combination of people, process, and technology. Gen II has more than $1 trillion in private fund capital assets under administration and recently acquired Crestbridge to expand operations in the UK and Europe.

With 13 offices and more than 1,700 employees in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and Europe, we’re looking for do-ers, problem-solvers, and entrepreneurs like you who want to make an impact in our industry, grow with us, and create a community where everyone thrives.

Careers mean more at Gen II – more opportunity, more innovation, and more ideas! You’ll have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you and work alongside some of the best people in their field. You’ll also receive training which will advance your skill set, both technically and personally allowing you to achieve your career aspirations with us. Be part of our community that recognizes achievements, promotes from within, and receive meaningful benefits which focus on your physical, mental and financial well-being.

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 What’s the role?

Reporting to the Head of FP&A & Senior Manager, you will manage and assist the business planning, budgeting, and forecasting cycles for the Gen II Group.  In addition to preparation and maintenance of the Group Consolidation model and consolidated accounting.

What you’ll be doing

This role may include, but will not be limited to, the following tasks which we call ‘Defined Business Activities’.  The list of defined business activities is not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time.

FP&A

• Develop and assist in delivery of monthly and quarterly reporting framework to key stakeholders across the business
• Support the Senior Manager and Head of FP&A in the business planning cycle, including detailed financial modelling and analysis for the Group’s Strategic Plan, business plans and operating budget/forecasts
• Assist in quarterly re-forecasting process, including the development of billings and revenue forecasts, direct cost forecasts, as well as indirect and group operating costs
• Develop and build the Staff cost model, looking at KPIs and variances to budget narrative

Standards

• Provide excellent levels of service in line with Gen II standards, procedures and guidelines
• Maintain high levels of accuracy in all information produced
• Take responsibility for own personal development, in line with agreed annual performance objectives
• To act, at all times, in accordance with Gen II values.

The ideal background for this role:

• ACA/ACCA Qualified
• Minimum of 4-5 years of progressive experience in Finance and Accounting, with ideally 3+ years in FP&A
• Experience of owning and delivering high-quality reports, managing the budget and three-year planning cycle, supporting business plan development and tracking, balance sheets and cash flows across a broad international organisation
• Both operational and strategic business acumen; able and motivated when driving continuous improvements
• Strong excel modelling expertise
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience of working in a complex environment where the provision of MI is a key business driver
• Knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP principles

Role Location/Hybrid Schedule

This role is based in our London office. Although the nature of most of the roles within Gen II cannot be classed as totally flexible, there is scope in some cases for a form of Agile Working. The different ways in which Agile Working can be undertaken is dependent on the demands and needs of the business, the office space available and the individual’s preferences and circumstances.