FP&A Graduate

Position overview

We're looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented FP&A Graduate to join our growing Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial planning, forecasting, and analysis, directly contributing to our strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic foundation in a relevant field, a keen interest in data and the crypto space, and a proactive attitude towards learning and development in a dynamic environment.

Our Graduate Programme runs for a period of 12 months giving successful graduates the opportunity to become a full time Xapien once the programme has concluded. This role would therefore be a 12 month contract.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial forecasts and budgets, learning the underlying processes.

• Assist in the analysis of financial data to identify initial trends and provide supporting insights for business decisions, under guidance.

• Help prepare and distribute regular financial reports, including variance analysis and performance summaries.

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of financial models and forecasting tools, learning best practices.

• Assist in the preparation of presentations for senior management and stakeholders, gaining exposure to executive communication.

• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required, developing your analytical skills.

• Support the preparation of business cases for new initiatives and investments, learning the financial evaluation process.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data, focusing on accuracy and understanding data sources.

• Learn to monitor and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and contribute to identifying areas for improvement.

• Assist with aspects of the month-end and year-end closing processes, gaining insight into accounting cycles.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of FP&A processes and procedures by identifying areas for learning and suggesting improvements.

Skills needed

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving potential.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/ Google Sheets, with a willingness to develop financial modeling and data analysis skills.

• Familiarity with basic financial reporting and accounting concepts gained through academic studies.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to learn to present findings clearly.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating a proactive approach.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

• Genuine interest in fintech and the crypto space, with a desire to learn about the financial services industry.

• Familiarity with financial planning software (e.g., Anaplan), ERP software (e.g., NetSuite), or data software (e.g., Looker) gained through academic projects is a plus.

• Basic knowledge of SQL or other database querying languages learned through coursework is a plus.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders, with a willingness to learn from others.

• Eagerness to learn and develop new financial skills and knowledge.

• Attention to Detail - demonstrates a methodical approach to tasks and a focus on accuracy.

Other requirements

• A dedicated workspace.

• A reliable internet connection with the fastest speed possible in your area.

• Alignment with Our Values and the Xapo Values-Driven Leadership principles.