Python Coding Accountant - FinTech - London

This role is a Finance role first and foremost, however, it has a fundamental focus on deploying technology solutions to improve the efficiency and quality of finance processes & to deliver key analysis and insights.

This is an in office, hybrid working role in Central London.

It requires you to take the lead on technology projects, business partnering with key stakeholders throughout the business.

Typical projects tend to follow these steps:

• Gather Requirements: engage with key stakeholders to gain a deep conceptual understanding of the accounting objective / finance process / problem to solve
• Source & Analyse Data: mine, manipulate, validate, and analyse the data
• Develop & Deliver: Develop, test, and implement automated solution
• This role will report directly to the Group Head of FP&A

Responsibilities:

• Working with other members of the Finance team to understand existing processes and identify opportunities to improve and automate
• Writing scripts to implement identified automation, typically using Python and SQL
• Building prototype models for more complex processes and systems to test / proof the target design
• Working with the Development team to translate prototypes into code on the core technology stack
• Contributing to delivery of financial accounting and reporting processes, with a sustained focus on ‘how we can use technology to improve processes’
• Supporting and improving existing finance tools such as Power BI Dashboards and other MI tools
• Contributing to the long-term technology strategy for Finance team where required, such as assessing and recommending whether we build a solution in-house or source it from a third-party

Requirements

• Proficiency with at least one programming language
• Strong SQL knowledge, ability to query and transform large datasets
• Good conceptual understanding of technical accounting
• Deep understanding of the mechanics and purpose of finance processes and reporting
• Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Strong academics with degree in subject demonstrating analytical thinking and technology skills
• Financial Services experience

Please apply below or reach out to Hannah Alderson @ twentyAI for more information